Ophthalmic Technician – Advanced Diagnostics & Patient Care

The Stoneygate Eye Hospital; Leicester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Private health insurance

Enhanced sick pay

Blue Light Card

Training & development

Company pension

Employee discount

Long service recognition

Company events

Supportive environment

Job summary

The Stoneygate Eye Hospital in the UK is expanding and seeks an experienced Ophthalmic Technician to join our friendly clinical team. This full-time position covers Leicester and Nottingham and offers a supportive environment focused on patient-centred eye care.

You will carry out ophthalmic diagnostic testing (OCT, visual fields, tonometry and keratometry), take patient histories, assist ophthalmologists and optometrists, administer eye drops, support contact lens fittings, maintain accurate

Qualifications

• UK-based ophthalmic testing experience required.
• Proficiency with OCT, visual fields, tonometry and keratometry.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Carry out ophthalmic diagnostic testing including OCT, visual fields, tonometry and keratometry.
• Take patient histories and prepare patients for examinations.
• Support ophthalmologists and optometrists during examinations and procedures.
• Administer eye drops and medications as directed.
• Support contact lens fittings and provide patient guidance.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Provide occasional Theatre Runner support when required.
• Ensure a professional, compassionate, and reassuring patient experience.

Skills

Ophthalmic diagnostic testing

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Ophthalmic Technician qualification

Tools

OCT

Visual field analysers

Tonometers

Keratometers

Job description

The Stoneygate Eye Hospital in the UK is expanding and seeks an experienced Ophthalmic Technician to join our friendly clinical team. This full-time position covers Leicester and Nottingham and offers a supportive environment focused on patient-centred eye care.

You will carry out ophthalmic diagnostic testing (OCT, visual fields, tonometry and keratometry), take patient histories, assist ophthalmologists and optometrists, administer eye drops, support contact lens fittings, maintain accurate