Glaucoma Ophthalmic Technician

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is expanding their Glaucoma Ophthalmic Technician team. The role involves assisting in ophthalmic investigations, conducting imaging, and providing excellent patient care in a busy department. Candidates should be prepared for flexible shifts and cross-site work.

Qualifications

• Competency in performing ophthalmic investigations.
• Ability to conduct ocular imaging and lead technician-led clinics.

Responsibilities

• Assist multidisciplinary team in providing efficient ophthalmic service.
• Perform visual field and acuity testing, and eye pressure checks.
• Support emergency and outpatient clinical teams.

Skills

Patient Interaction

Ophthalmic Investigations

Tools

Ocular Coherence Tomographer (OCT)

Job description

We are looking to expand our current Glaucoma Ophthalmic Technician team within the department to support a busy and reputable ophthalmic department.

Main responsibilities include:

1. Assisting the multidisciplinary team to provide an efficient and effective ophthalmic service.
2. Performing ophthalmic investigations such as visual field and acuity testing, and eye pressure checks to assess patients' visual function.
3. Conducting ocular imaging, supporting daily clinic activities within the Glaucoma department, and leading technician-led clinics independently.
4. Assisting medical teams in providing gold standard patient care.
5. Meeting and interacting with patients professionally and courteously.

Additional duties include:

• Carrying out Humphrey Visual Field testing to a high standard, respecting patient dignity and privacy.
• Testing and recording visual acuity.
• Instilling eye drops after completing a competency course under supervision.
• Taking images using the Ocular Coherence Tomographer (OCT) and Non-Mydriatic Fundus imaging.
• Performing delegated procedures such as ORA, Icare, pachymetry, and auto refractor measurements, once trained and competent.
• Supporting emergency and outpatient clinical teams, including setting up and clearing the department, with flexible shifts and cross-site work at UHCW and St Cross Hospital.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. The closing date is immediate upon receiving sufficient applications; early application is encouraged.