Ophthalmic Healthcare Technician – Private Eye Clinic

Optegra

Brighton

On-site

GBP 28,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary

Pension contributions

33 days annual leave

Flexible working

Training and development

Blue Light Card

Private Healthcare

STAR awards

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for 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 private Eye clinic in Brighton. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and fully funded training.

Join a forward-thinking business with opportunities for development and a supportive team culture as part of Optegra Eye Healthcare.

Qualifications

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in healthcare.
Experience in ophthalmic environment.
Basic Life Support competence.
Highly organised with forward planning and ability to flex according to patients' needs.
Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

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, A-Scan, 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.
Provide pre and postoperative care, within level of competence, to patients.