Ophthalmic Healthcare Technician – Eye Surgery Support

Optegra; Wood Street; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare

Pension contributions

33 days annual leave

Flexible working

Training & development

Blue Light Card

Annual STAR awards

Laser eye treatment opportunity

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Optegra in Guildford is seeking an experienced Healthcare Technician or HCA (Band 3) with ward or theatre experience, ideally gained in Ophthalmology, to join our amazing and supportive team in our prestige privateEyeHospital in Guildford.

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will deliver comprehensive patient care, assist with outpatient consultations and pre-assessment, and support surgery days with clear communication and a focus on high-quality care.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in healthcare environment or ophthalmic sector.
• Basic Life Support competent.

Responsibilities

• Hold accountability for the delivery of high quality patient care throughout their visit to Optegra.
• Work closely with clinical and patient services staff to ensure the smooth running of operating lists.
• Completing diagnostic testing on patients in clinic, including Biometry, OCT, AScan, Visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP, Topography.
• Actively support and assist patients on surgery days ensuring effective communication.
• Handling patient enquiries effectively, by means of referral to a medical practitioner if necessary and providing service excellence.
• Provide basic advice on health promotion, with particular reference to ophthalmic surgery.

Skills

Ophthalmology experience

Ward theatre experience

HCA Band 3

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

Optegra in Guildford is seeking an experienced Healthcare Technician or HCA (Band 3) with ward or theatre experience, ideally gained in Ophthalmology, to join our amazing and supportive team in our prestige privateEyeHospital in Guildford.

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will deliver comprehensive patient care, assist with outpatient consultations and pre-assessment, and support surgery days with clear communication and a focus on high-quality care.