Ophthalmic Practitioner (Bank)

Woodlands Hospital; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Woodlands Hospital in Darlington is seeking an Ophthalmic Practitioner to join the Ophthalmology team on a bank/as‑and‑when‑required basis. You will assist with ophthalmic investigations, provide pre-/post-operative support and help with diagnostic tests, alongside maintaining high patient care standards.

The role requires RN (Adult) with valid NMC registration and experience in ophthalmology or related settings. Private healthcare familiarity is a plus, with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Experience in ophthalmology outpatient, day surgery or ophthalmic nursing.
• Competency in diagnostic equipment such as OCT, tonometry and visual fields.
• Ophthalmic Nursing qualification or willingness to undertake specialist training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessment and care of patients undergoing ophthalmic investigations, treatments and procedures.
• Carry out ophthalmic observations: vision testing, eye drops, IOP measurements, pupil assessments.
• Support pre- and post-operative care for eye surgery (cataract, glaucoma, retina).
• Assist in or perform diagnostic tests such as OCT scans, visual field tests, fundus photography and fluorescein angiography (training permitting).
• Support consultants and clinicians in minor procedures and laser treatments by preparing areas and equipment.
• Monitor patients during procedures, ensuring safety, comfort and proper documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patient interaction

Infection control

Medication safety

Clinical documentation

Outpatient/Day surgery experience

Ophthalmic nursing

Education

Ophthalmic Nursing qualification

Willingness for specialist training

Tools

Ophthalmic diagnostic equipment (OCT)

Tonometry

Visual fields

Job description

We have an opportunity for an Ophthalmic Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Ophthalmology department. This is a bank role working on an \"as and when required\" basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence. Duties of this role include:

• Assist with the assessment and care of patients undergoing ophthalmic investigations, treatments, and procedures.
• Carry out ophthalmic observations such as vision testing, instillation of eye drops, intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements, and pupil assessments.
• Support pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgery (e.g. cataract, glaucoma, retinal procedures).
• Assist in or perform diagnostic tests such as OCT scans, visual field tests, fundus photography, and fluorescein angiography (depending on training).
• Support consultants and clinicians in minor procedures and laser treatments by preparing clinical areas and equipment.
• Monitor patients during procedures, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and clear documentation. Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Experience in outpatient, day surgery, or ophthalmic nursing.
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.
• Good understanding of infection control, medication safety, and clinical documentation
• Previous experience in an ophthalmology setting.
• Competency in diagnostic equipment (e.g., OCT, tonometry, visual fields).
• Ophthalmic Nursing qualification or willingness to undertake specialist training.
• Experience supporting minor procedures or laser treatments.
• Familiarity with private healthcare systems or electronic health record platforms. Woodlands Hospital in Darlington is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. Woodlands Hospital
• Bank Shifts Salary: Up to £22.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification), Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate. \"Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values.