Assistant Practitioner- Ophthalmic Technician

Ramsay Health Care; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Assistant Practitioner ophthalmic technician for New Hall Hospital in Salisbury. The role involves delivering high-quality clinical outcomes in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates should have experience in an ophthalmic department and demonstrate a warm, empathetic character. Excellent training, competitive rates, and development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Free DBS

Contributory pension scheme

Excellent training and development opportunities

Free parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Free uniform

Access to Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Experience performing OCT, Biometry, and visual field assessments is essential.
• Must be able to work effectively both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clinical outcomes in a theatre setting.
• Participate in developing patient care in a friendly and supportive team environment.

Skills

Previous experience in ophthalmic department

Ability to work in a team

Flexible attitude

Empathetic character

Job description

Job Description

The role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Practitioner ophthalmic technician at New Hall Hospital.

At Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Join us as a Assistant Theatre Practitioner, and together, you’ll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in an environment where you’ll have ‘more time to care’.

You’ll be valued for your skills and expertise, and have the chance to build on them through our Ramsay Academy too. We put the patient at the heart of everything we do – as our ‘Speaking Up for Safety’ programme proves.

Where you will be based

New Hall Hospital in Salisbury is a beautiful Grade II Listed Building with new modern Theatres, Day Surgery, Outpatients, Radiology, Physiotherapy and Inpatient Wards. New Hall Hospital is now the second busiest spinal hospital in the UK. Ramsay Health Care UK is part of a global hospital operating group and is now the 4th largest provider of private health care in the world. If you are excited about pushing your ability to the next level, whilst at the same time becoming part of a friendly team renowned for excellence and exceptional patient satisfaction then New Hall Hospital is for you.

What you’ll bring with you

• Previous experience working in an ophthalmic, outpatients department including performing OCT, Biometry and visual field assessments
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently
• Flexible and positive attitude
• A warm, considerate and empathetic character

What we give back to you

• Competitive hourly rates plus enhancements
• Free DBS
• Contributory pension scheme
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Free parking and subsidised staff restaurant (subject to site facilities)
• Free uniform
• Access to Blue Light Card

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience. We are a global provider operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff who treat 8 million patients each year. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We are well known for our strong, long-standing relationship with the NHS.

We love people with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference in their work. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success.

We know our people are our greatest asset, our business is growing and we would like you to join us. The Ramsay Way culture recognises that people – staff and doctors – are Ramsay Health Care’s most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme and ensure that the patient is at the heart of everything we do. Join us and have more ‘Time to Care’.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We value your application and welcome any questions you may have prior to applying.

We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care.

The Ramsay Way culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.

We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.