Bank Healthcare Technician

Optegra Eye Health Care; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Colchester is seeking a Bank Healthcare Technician to deliver high-quality care in an ophthalmology setting. This role offers flexibility in shifts and pay up to £15 per hour, depending on experience. The ideal candidate should possess experience in a hospital ward or theatre environment and be competent in Basic Life Support. Join a supportive team focused on delivering exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmology preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of ophthalmic care to patients.
• Work with optometrists delivering diagnostics and post-operative care.

Skills

Experience of working as an HCT/HCA in a hospital ward or theatre environment, particularly in Ophthalmology

Basic Life Support competent

Strong IT skills, able to use all Microsoft Office applications and other systems

Highly organised, with clear forward planning

Job description

Optegra has an exciting job opportunity for a Bank Healthcare Technician to join our friendly and supportive team in our prestige Newcastle Eye Clinic. This is a zero hour contract offering flexible shifts and pay up to £15ph dependent on experience.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

The Role

As part of a multi-disciplinary team with an emphasis on quality patient care, you will provide the highest standards of care to our patients. You’ll work alongside clinical colleagues and optometrists delivering diagnostics, pre-assessment, and post-operative ophthalmic care and treatment.

What You’ll Need

• Experience of working as an HCT/HCA in a hospital ward or theatre environment, particularly in Ophthalmology
• Basic Life Support competent
• Strong IT skills, able to use all Microsoft Office applications and other systems
• Highly organised, with clear forward planning and ability to flex according to customer needs

Please note that we will also consider applications from those who are seeking part-time work.

You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door - and you’ll have every opportunity to really make a difference. Take a look at our history and vision by clicking the following link: https://www.optegra.com/optegra-story/

Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.

Closing date: Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.