Ophthalmic Imaging Assistant

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) invites applications for an Assistant Ophthalmic Science Practitioner (NHS AfC Band 3) at the Royal Manchester Eye Hospital in Manchester. The role supports ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic services within a busy team, with training and development opportunities.

Applicants will join a large Trust delivering specialist eye care to a regional population, with a focus on high-quality patient care, multidisciplinary collaboration and adoption of new

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths, English and Science required.
• Degree level education preferred in science.
• Ophthalmic based qualifications (IOVS, GREG) encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostic tests and procedures - Optical Coherence Tomography & Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography (on multiple devices).
• Ultra-wide field imaging.
• Humphrey Visual Fields.
• iCare Tonometr.
• Visual Acuity testing.
• History and Note taking.
• Data inputting.

Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Adaptable

Teamwork

Motivated

Education

GCSEs in Maths, English and Science

Bachelor's degree (preferable science)

Ophthalmic qualifications (IOVS, GREG)

IT qualifications (City & Guilds, ECDL)

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) invites applications for an Assistant Ophthalmic Science Practitioner (NHS AfC Band 3) at the Royal Manchester Eye Hospital in Manchester. The role supports ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic services within a busy team, with training and development opportunities.

Applicants will join a large Trust delivering specialist eye care to a regional population, with a focus on high-quality patient care, multidisciplinary collaboration and adoption of new