Ophthalmic Technician

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust; Dudley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for an enthusiastic Orthoptist to join our ophthalmic team across two hospital sites. You will provide technical support to the Ophthalmology service, performing tests such as ocular coherence tomography and visual fields to aid diagnosis and assessment, and commuting between sites as required.

You will also assist with administrative tasks related to Orthoptic and ophthalmic services, contributing to a world-class service aligned with

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmic diagnostic tests is advantageous.
• Competence in ocular OCT, visual fields, biometry, fundus photography and corneal topography.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Ophthalmology service and other hospital departments.
• Undertake diagnostic tests as requested by clinicians, including OCT, visual fields, biometry, fundus photography and corneal topography.
• Assist with administrative and clerical tasks relating to Orthoptic and Ophthalmic services.

Job description

Applications are invited for an enthusiastic Orthoptist to join our dynamic team of 10 Ophthalmic technicians, 7 Orthoptists and an Optometrist. The Orthoptic department works closely with the Eye Department which currently has 11 Consultants including specialist in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility., The role provides technical support to Ophthalmologyto assist diagnosis and assessment of variouseyeconditions. Diagnostic tests are performed at 2 hospital sites, so being able to commute for the needs of the service is essential. For all informal enquires please contact Pam Grewal, Optical Services Manager., You will provide technical support, following relevant training and competency assessment if required, to the Ophthalmology service and other hospital departments. This includes undertaking Ocular Coherence Tomography, Visual fields, Biometry, Fundus Photography, Corneal Topography and other diagnostic tests as requested by the Clinicians, in a timely and accurate manner.

You will also assist with administrative and clerical tasks relating to provision of Orthoptic and Ophthalmic services.

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.