Ophthalmology Clinic Senior Support Worker – Part-Time

University-Hospitals-of-North-Midlands-Nhs-Trust; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a motivated Senior Clinical Support Worker to join the ophthalmology team. This Band 3, part-time post (30 hours per week) supports clinic operations and patient care.

You will perform vision tests, assist with procedures, and help organise multiple ophthalmology clinics across the site. ACare-focused qualification background is required.

Qualifications

• Numeracy/Literacy Level 1
• Care Certificate or must complete within 12 weeks of commencing employment
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care/Equivalent qualification
• 12 months experience as Healthcare Assistant or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Providing basic elements of patient care and assisting with procedures
• Chaperoning patients and organising the daily running of ophthalmology clinics
• Performing patient vision tests and supporting all clinics (Macula, Pre-assessment, Main Ophthalmology, County Eye, Emergency Eye)
• Taking patient observations (height, weight, BMI) and ensuring high standards of care
• Assisting in theatre and booking appointments/referrals

Skills

Numeracy level 1

Literacy level 1

Education

Care Certificate

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Care

Job description

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a motivated Senior Clinical Support Worker to join the ophthalmology team. This Band 3, part-time post (30 hours per week) supports clinic operations and patient care.

You will perform vision tests, assist with procedures, and help organise multiple ophthalmology clinics across the site. ACare-focused qualification background is required.