Associate Ophthalmic Science Practitioner

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust invites applications for an Associate Ophthalmic Science Practitioner on a fixed-term basis. The role focuses on performing imaging assessments (including OCT) and supporting diagnosis and management in a busy ophthalmology department.

The post holder will work closely with optometry, orthoptics and medical teams to deliver high-quality patient care within a flexible service. Experience with imaging, VA, and visual field testing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience undertaking imaging assessments (e.g., OCT) and measurements.
• Ability to maintain high accuracy with specialist ophthalmic equipment.
• Good communication and organisational skills for multi-disciplinary teams.
• Supervision and training of new staff in technical assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical imaging services across ophthalmology to support diagnosis and management.
• Deliver accurate measurements with OCT, IOP, VA, and field assessments.
• Support virtual clinic services as the primary contact for clinical appointments.
• Supervise and train new staff in technical ophthalmic assessments and operate flexibly to meet service needs.
• Collaborate with optometry, orthoptics, and medical teams to deliver patient care.

Skills

Imaging assessments

OCT

Visual acuity

Visual field testing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Ophthalmic instruments

IOP meter

Visual field analyzer

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a fixed term Associate Ophthalmic Science Practitioner to join a busy ophthalmology department. The job plan includes performing technical and imaging assessments to support the diagnosis and management of patients attending the service. The expansion of our virtual clinic services puts the AOSP as the sole point of contact for the clinical appointment, good communication and organisational skills are required for this undertaking. The post-holders will work closely with our optometry, orthoptic and medical teams and playing a key role in the delivery of the ophthalmology services direct patient care., Participate in the of delivery care across all elements of the Ophthalmology service providing technical services across a wide range of ophthalmic practice.

The role is suitable for candidates that have experience in undertaking a range of imaging assessments e.g. OCT , and intraocular pressure, visual acuity measurement and visual field assessment. Applicants who do not have a full range of experience will commence as a trainee Associate Ophthalmic Science Practitioner at Band 3 and progress to Band 4 on completion of in-house competency training., Demonstrate sound clinical decision making skills across all Ophthalmic technical assessments to ensure accurate measurements are achieved.

Demonstrate a high degree of accuracy in using specialist equipment to gain accurate measurements.

Demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of patients and as part of a multi-disciplinary team

To supervise new members of staff and colleagues in training in all technical assessment undertaken.

Work flexibly to support the needs of the service, this may include training for additional roles.

Demonstrate a good team working ethic in the delivery of high quality patient care.

Use time management and organisational skills to ensure smooth running of the individual clinics and wider service.

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.