Ophthalmic Technician

NHS; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Epsom and St Helier Hospitals is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join a busy ophthalmology service spanning Epsom and St Helier sites. The role involves high-quality diagnostic testing and imaging for adults and children, working with orthoptists, optometrists and nurses to support a busy clinic schedule.

You will perform tests such as visual acuity, OCT, retinal imaging and corneal topography, while adhering to SOPs and contributing to teaching and audits within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• GCSEs minimum in English, Maths and Science.
• Education to A level standard.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients in the Ophthalmic department across Epsom and St Helier Hospitals.
• Perform diagnostic tests including OCT, retinal imaging and visual field assessments.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with ophthalmologists, orthoptists and nurses.
• Contribute to teaching and clinical audit within the department.
• Follow standard operating procedures and departmental guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work unsupervised

Education

GCSEs (5 C or above)

A levels

CPD evidence

Ophthalmology qualification (e.g. Moorfields OVS 3)

Tools

OCT

Retinal imaging

Visual field testing

Job description

Site St Helier Hospital Town Carshalton Salary £30,630 - £32,346 Per annum on pro rata basis Salary period Yearly Closing 13/11/2026 23:59

At Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, above all we value respect. We put respect at the heart of all we do, by living up to our shared behaviours of kindness, professionalism, positivity and teamwork. This enables us to provide great patient care and make ESTH a great place to work. When you sign up to work with us, you sign up to this and we welcome applicants who share our values.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Ophthalmic Technician to join our team of 9 Orthoptists , 5 Optometrists and 8 Ophthalmic Technicians at Epsom & St Helier.

The successful candidate will work alongside a dedicated team of Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, Optometrists, Nurses & Ophthalmic Technicians in a busy and supportive department. The post will involve working at both Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, with an interesting and varied caseload.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will contribute in the assessment of patients attending the Ophthalmic department at Epsom and St Helier Hospitals across multiple sites. The post holder will work without direct supervision to provide a high quality technical service including diagnostic testing and imaging for adult and paediatric patients across a variety of sub-specialities under the direction of the Head Orthoptist and Clinical Leads.

The post holder will provide a variety of diagnostic tests following training and achievement of competences. The tests required will include assessment of visual acuity, Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) both posterior and anterior, Digital Retinal Imaging, Corneal Topography, Biometry and Visual Field Assessment.

The post holder should have the ability to work closely with members of the multi-disciplinary teams.

The post holder is expected to participate in departmental teaching and clinical audit.

The post holder will work within standard operating procedures, departmental guidelines and protocols.

The post holder will work within a variety of ophthalmology clinics to meet the needs of the service.

Working for our organisation

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs grades C or above, or equivalent, in English, Maths and Science
• Education to A level standard.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Qualification relevant to Ophthalmology, for example; Moorfields OVS 3, or other similar qualification from another provider

Experience

• Evidence of technical experience within ophthalmology
• Experience working in a team
• Previous experience undertaking visual fields, OCT, retinal photography and visual acuity assessment.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team as required

Attributes

• Demonstrate personal embodiment of Trust Values

Safeguarding and DBS Checks
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. For roles with direct access to these groups, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. All staff are expected to understand and uphold their safeguarding responsibilities as part of their role.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.