Ophthalmic Technician – Diagnostics & Clinic Support

Bupa; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

London Medical, part of Bupa, is seeking a Bank Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmology clinics in London. The role involves clinical duties and admin tasks on-site, with varied shifts and a focus on high-quality patient care.

You will perform diagnostic tests, assist consultants, maintain records, and contribute to infection prevention and control within a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Previous healthcare experience, ideally ophthalmology or diagnostic role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• IT literacy and experience with electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Visual acuity measurement.
• Visual fields (Humphrey).
• OCT scans (Spectralis).
• Fundus photography (Clarus 500).
• Biometry (Lenstar).
• Pachymetry and tonometry (including Icare).
• Pentacam.
• Preparing clinical rooms and equipment, ensuring machines are clean, calibrated, and safe.
• Assisting consultants and nursing staff during clinics and minor procedures (e.g., IVI lists).
• Applying eye drops under PGD (where trained and competent).
• Maintaining accurate patient records and supporting infection prevention and control protocols.
• Admin work.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT literacy

Time management

Healthcare experience

Education

NVQ in Healthcare

Tools

Humphrey Field

OCT Spectralis

Fundus Camera Clarus 500

Lenstar Biometry

Pachymetry & Tonometry (Icare)

Pentacam

Job description

London Medical, part of Bupa, is seeking a Bank Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmology clinics in London. The role involves clinical duties and admin tasks on-site, with varied shifts and a focus on high-quality patient care.

You will perform diagnostic tests, assist consultants, maintain records, and contribute to infection prevention and control within a busy clinical setting.