Ophthalmic Imaging Technician

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking an Ophthalmic Imaging Technician to assist in delivering high-quality imaging services at Oxford Eye Hospital. The role involves performing various ophthalmic procedures, ensuring patient care, and contributing to service development. Ideal candidates will have experience in ophthalmic imaging and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with HVF testing and/or ophthalmic imaging.
• Willingness to undertake OCT capture course.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of core ophthalmic clinical technical services.
• Support the Head of Department in service development.
• Maintain professional development under supervision.

Skills

Communication

Computer Literacy

Education

Good level of Education

Job description

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Main area Ophthalmic Imaging Technician Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Will be required to cover some Saturday shifts.) Job ref 321-NOTSS-7124236-B4

Site Oxford Eye Hospital Town Oxford Salary £26,530 - £29,114 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 23/05/2025 08:00 Interview date 31/05/2025

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel .

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visitwww.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

We are inviting applicants for the post of Ophthalmic Imaging Technician to join our team in assisting in the delivery of a high-quality ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic service to Oxford Eye Hospital.
Working in a friendly, modern environment you’ll carry out ophthalmic technical and imaging procedures including OCT, fundus photography, corneal topography, spectacle focimetry, visual field testing, visual acuity assessment, intraocular pressure testing and pupil dilatation.
Applicants must have previous experience with Humphrey visual field (HVF) testing and/or ophthalmic imaging procedures.They should also have a basic understanding of human anatomy and be willing to develop their theoretical and practical knowledge.
Candidates will be expected to be comfortable working with people and have excellent communication skills. They should be computer literate and be familiar with database management. Applicants should be prepared to undertake the Certificate of Higher Education in OCT Capture.
The general working hours for the position are 09:00-17:00 Monday – Friday. The post does include some Saturday working.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit contact Lewis Smith Head of Ophthalmic Imaging & Diagnostics (01865 231140) or email
[e-mail]

Main duties of the job

• To assist in the delivery of core ophthalmic clinical technical and imaging services to Oxford Eye Hospital.
• To be a member of the Imaging & Diagnostic team, contributing to the
effective quality care of patients, respecting and maintaining confidentiality in all matters relating to the department and patients.
• To support the Head of Department in service development, ensuring that high clinical standards are maintained.
• To undertake administration, data processing and clinical audit when required.
• The post holder will develop the knowledge and skills to deliver individual patient care to the standards defined by the OUH protocols and policies.
• To have a working knowledge of computer systems and programmes.
• To maintain their own professional development (CPD) under the supervision of an Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist within the department (mentor).
• Any other duties at the request of the Head of Department or Directorate Management team.

Working for our organisation

You will be a key part of the friendly Ophthalmic Diagnostics Team working both at Oxford Eye Hospital and peripheral sites. The work will be varied and at all times patient care will be a priority.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

See attached job description and person specification for further information on this role or [e-mail]

Person specification

Essential and Desirable

• Good level of Education
• Previous experience with HVF testing and/or ophthalmic imaging
• Willingness to undertake OCT capture course
• Knowledge of Ophthalmology procedures and practice

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment , we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

Next Steps: Please make sure that you read the job description and person specification, and that your supporting statement reflects this as your application will be judged against these criteria. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted after the short-listing process, usually within 2 weeks. (Please note that shortlisting times vary when applying for a Medical position within the Trust). The majority of correspondence will be via the e-recruitment system; therefore you should check your emails regularly including junk mail folders in web-based email products.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Lewis Smith Job title Head of Ophthalmic Imaging & Diagnostics Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01865231139

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