Ophthalmic Diagnostics Technician – Eye Hubs

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; South Woodham Ferrers; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join the Eye Unit Diagnostic Hubs. The role involves performing high quality diagnostics for doctors and optometrists to review, with a focus on glaucoma and retinal cases.

You will be based across the MSE sites in South Essex and Chelmsford, with travel between sites required. Full training will be provided, and you will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-standard diagnostic services.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare is advantageous but not required.
• IT literacy and ability to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality ophthalmic diagnostics for doctors and optometrists to review.
• Use a range of ophthalmic technologies including visual field tests, medical photography, and imaging.
• Work across MSE sites in South Essex and Chelmsford; travel between sites is required.

Job description

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join the Eye Unit Diagnostic Hubs. The role involves performing high quality diagnostics for doctors and optometrists to review, with a focus on glaucoma and retinal cases.

You will be based across the MSE sites in South Essex and Chelmsford, with travel between sites required. Full training will be provided, and you will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-standard diagnostic services.