Healthcare Technician - Part Time

Optegra UK Ltd; Wetherby; Presencial; GBP 17 000 - 21 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Pension

33 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Free laser eye surgery

Fully funded training

Resumo da oferta

Optegra's private ophthalmology hospital in the UK is seeking a part-time Healthcare Technician to support ophthalmic patients across clinic and theatre. The role focuses on diagnostic testing in clinic, assisting on surgery days, and providing pre- and postoperative care within competence.

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent and Basic Life Support are required. Ward or theatre experience, ideally in ophthalmology, is preferred.

Qualificações

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support competence.
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment or ophthalmic sector.
• Ward or theatre experience, ideally in ophthalmology.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver high-quality patient care throughout each visit.
• Perform diagnostic testing in clinic: biometry, OCT, A-scan, visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP and topography.
• Assist patients on surgery days with effective communication and support.
• Keep operating lists running smoothly in coordination with clinical staff.
• Provide pre- and postoperative care within level of competence.

Formação académica

NVQ Level 2/3

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Optegra's private ophthalmology hospital is seeking a part-time Healthcare Technician to support ophthalmic patients across clinic and theatre. The core of the work is diagnostic testing in clinic, assisting patients on surgery days, and providing pre- and postoperative care within competence. Ward or theatre experience is wanted, ideally in ophthalmology, and the 27.5-hour week runs over three days with flexibility across Monday to Friday. The role also needs NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent and Basic Life Support competence.

What the job involves

• Hold accountability for delivering high-quality patient care throughout each patient's visit
• Ensure comprehensive care for ophthalmic patients, their relatives or carers across clinical and some administrative disciplines
• Work alongside clinical team members and optometrists on outpatient consultations and pre-assessment
• Complete diagnostic testing in clinic: biometry, OCT, A-scan, visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP and topography
• Work with clinical and patient services staff to keep operating lists running smoothly
• Support and assist patients on surgery days with effective communication
• Handle patient enquiries, referring to a medical practitioner where needed
• Give basic advice on health promotion, particularly around ophthalmic surgery
• Provide pre- and postoperative care within level of competence

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent
• Basic Life Support competence

Experience

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment or the ophthalmic sector
• Ward or theatre experience, ideally in ophthalmology

Skills & knowledge

• Highly organised, with clear forward planning and flexibility to meet patients' needs
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

What’s offered

• Pension
• 33 days annual leave
• Private healthcare
• Free laser eye surgery
• Fully funded training and development programmes