Bank Advanced Ophthalmic Technician | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Ophthalmic Technician to join its Ophthalmic Technicians Team. The role involves leading technician-led ophthalmic services and performing various diagnostic tests for patients. Exceptional communication skills and experience in ophthalmic imaging are essential. This position offers a supportive environment with numerous development opportunities and flexible working arrangements to ensure a good work-life balance. Candidates will also find a range of employee benefits including on-site leisure facilities and subsidized transport.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Reduced-cost Stagecoach bus travel

Subsidised parking costs

24/7 hot food available at reduced cost

Flexible working arrangements

Colleague-only café with free tea and coffee

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmic diagnostic imaging is required.
• Exceptional communication skills are essential.
• Ability to manage own caseload and prioritize urgent referrals.
• Must be capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Technician‑led Ophthalmology service and deliver diagnostic services.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team for patient assessment.
• Manage own patient caseload, prioritizing and accepting urgent referrals.
• Ensure courteous reception of patients and cater to cultural differences.
• Undertake clerical and administrative duties for effective service running.
• Provide sessions at Community Clinics.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Ophthalmic diagnostic imaging experience

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Job description

Senior Ophthalmic Technician – Ophthalmic Technicians Team

We are inviting applications for an exciting opportunity to join the Ophthalmic Technicians Team on the Bank.

Senior Ophthalmic Technicians are a crucial support service within the Ophthalmic specialities. They perform diagnostic tests in different clinics within the department, including Visual Field Tests, Optical Coherence Tomography, Fundus Photography and Icare Tonometry. They also provide support to a team of Ophthalmic Technicians. The Glaucoma service has Senior Technician‑led clinics, some of which are off‑site and may require Saturday working.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on a Technician‑led Ophthalmology service and deliver an ophthalmic diagnostic service within the department.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide appropriate assessment (and interpretation of results where indicated) for ophthalmology patients.
• Manage own caseload of patients, prioritising when necessary and accepting urgent referrals as appropriate.
• Ensure patients are received in a sympathetic and courteous manner and that cultural differences are catered for.
• Undertake associated clerical and administrative duties necessary to ensure the effective running of the ophthalmology service.
• Provide some sessions at the Community Clinics at Anglia Ruskin University and Saffron Walden Hospital.

Being able to work independently and within a team is essential. Exceptional communication skills and experience in ophthalmic diagnostic imaging are required. This role involves considerable patient contact and assessments, with some training provided. Ophthalmology is a fascinating, busy environment to learn new skills and make a difference.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Our Trust

• Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge.
• With over 13,000 staff and over 1,100 beds, the Trust prioritises quality service, outstanding care and a “Good” overall rating by the Care Quality Commissioner.
• CUH values an inclusive community, welcoming applications for all positions irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy, maternity status or socio‑economic background.
• As per Home Office guidelines, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
• The advert will close at midnight on 7 December 2025. Interviews are due to be held on 15 December 2025.

Benefits

• Development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on‑site leisure facilities, a shopping concourse and day nurseries.
• Reduced‑cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from the Cambridgeshire sites, free Park and Ride buses between Babraham Road and Trumpington, and free bus journeys to and from Cambridge train station.
• Subsidised parking costs on site for eligible staff.
• 24/7 hot food available on campus at a reduced cost.
• Staff pod break spaces with a colleague‑only café, free tea and coffee, a break space and a private outside area.
• Flexible arrangements such as part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working and flexible start/finish times to support a good work‑life balance.
• Alternative working hours may be considered if you wish to discuss requirements.