Ophthalmic Technician

Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare foundation as a Band 3 Ophthalmic Technician in Exeter. You will play a vital role in outpatient services, conducting specialized tests and contributing to patient care with full training provided. This position offers opportunities to develop skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working schemes

Generous NHS Pension scheme

Staff discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive occupational health services

Access to additional training and qualifications

Annual leave rising with service

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C in English and Maths or equivalent required.
• Level 3 qualification (A level, NVQ 3 or equivalent) necessary.
• Previous experience in Ophthalmology preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialized Ophthalmic testing for patients.
• Support outpatient clinics by taking patients through various tests.
• Assess patients' vision and perform diagnostic tests.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Motivated

Caring

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE grade C in English and Maths

Level 3 qualification A level, NVQ 3 or equivalent

Job description

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17.06.2025

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Role Summary

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Band 3 Ophthalmic Technician to join our busy Outpatient Department.

The successful applicant will primarily carry out specialized Ophthalmic testing for patients with a variety of Ophthalmic conditions, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and be based at the West of England Eye Unit, Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Exeter.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Ophthalmic Technicians are integral to everything we do within the Ophthalmology team. You will be supporting the running of outpatient clinics by taking patients through a series of tests which are all completed at the same visit. This will involve you assessing patient’s vision and performing diagnostic tests such as field of vision, intraocular pressure checks and imaging of the eye. Full training will be provided and we have a great education and training plan to ensure our Ophthalmic Technicians have the skill and resource to deliver the best possible care for our patients.

All we require is GCSE grade C in English and Maths or equivalent and a Level 3 qualification A level, NVQ 3 or equivalent. The qualification doesn’t have to be in a related discipline, but of course this will help provide you with a good foundation of knowledge. Previous experience in Ophthalmology would also be an advantage but really is not essential, as full in-house training will be given.

So, a background in Ophthalmology isn’t essential, but a willingness and aptitude to learn new skills which combined with a friendly and caring nature to support our patients is non-negotiable! It is essential to us that our patients have a positive experience in a supportive environment throughout their visit with us.

The post involves working primarily in Ophthalmic outpatients, at the West of England Eye Unit but you will need to be flexible and will need to rotate within the department and Community Hospitals at Tiverton, Sidmouth and Axminster when needed.

Working Pattern:Interview Date:To be confirmed

For further information please contact:Suzanne Wearing; Clinical Nurse Manager on or Pay:The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 5/6 rates, inclusive of a pay award which will be implemented later this year. If you join before the implementation date, the pay award will be backdated to your start date. Until then, remuneration will be based on the 4/5 pay bandings (Pay scales for 4/ | NHS Employers)

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trustand Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.