Ophthalmic Technician Apprentice

Swansea Bay University Health Board; Swansea; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Swansea Bay University Health Board is offering an Ophthalmic Technician Apprentice position within the Ophthalmology team. The apprentice will undergo a structured Level 3 training programme, gain skills in diagnostic testing, imaging, and patient care under supervision, and work within a multidisciplinary team.

Welsh language is desirable, with English and Welsh speakers encouraged to apply. Training and development opportunities are a key feature of this apprenticeship alongside a supportive

Qualifications

• Good general education (including English and Maths or willingness to achieve)
• Willingness to complete the Healthcare Science Level 3 apprenticeship
• Interest in healthcare science and patient care

Responsibilities

• Work within ophthalmology outpatient clinics, learning to provide high-quality, individualised patient care
• Learn to perform diagnostic tests and clinical procedures under supervision
• Build competencies toward the Level 3 Agored Certificate in Fundamentals of Ophthalmology

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Interest in healthcare

Education

English and Maths (or willingness to achieve)

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

A wonderful opportunity to begin a career with Swansea Bay University Health Board as part of our Ophthalmology team. We are excited to offer this Ophthalmic Technician Apprenticeship, providing the successful candidate with a rewarding and structured pathway into healthcare, alongside recognised training and development opportunities within the field of Ophthalmology. Join our dynamic and ambitious multidisciplinary team, which includes 15 consultants, advanced non-medical nurse practitioners, orthoptists, optometrists, ophthalmic technicians and ophthalmic healthcare assistants. Benefits include excellent training and development opportunities, combined with the chance to work in a supportive learning environment, not to mention the beautiful Gower Peninsula on our doorstep. This apprenticeship role will involve developing the skills to work independently, with appropriate supervision within the Ophthalmology clinic. Some decision-making will be required as competencies are achieved. Full theoretical and practical training and support will be provided throughout the apprenticeship programme to enable the successful candidate to build a strong foundation for a career in Ophthalmology.

Main duties of the job As an Ophthalmic Technician Apprentice, the post holder will work within ophthalmology outpatient clinics, developing the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to provide high-quality, individualised care to patients. As part of a structured Level 3 training programme, the apprentice will work towards achieving the Level 3 Agored Certificate in the Fundamentals of Ophthalmology. Under supervision and as part of this structured training programme, they will learn to undertake a range of diagnostic tests and clinical procedures, which may include visual acuity testing, instilling eye drops, OCT and retinal imaging, visual field testing, pachymetry, tonometry and biometry. The role will support the apprentice to progressively build confidence and independence as competencies are achieved, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to contribute to effective patient care and service delivery.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

• Good general education (including English and Maths or willingness to achieve)
• Willingness to complete the Healthcare Science Level 3 apprenticeship
• Interest in healthcare science and patient care

Desirable

• Basic IT qualification or equivalent knowledge
• Awareness of healthcare environments

Experience Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience in a healthcare, care, or customer service setting

We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.