Ophthalmology Healthcare Assistant - Flexible Multi-Skilled

Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant for the Cannock Eye Centre in Wolverhampton. This unique opportunity involves working across both an outpatient clinic environment and a fully equipped cataract surgery operating theatre. The role includes performing visual acuity tests, assisting with vital signs, and preparing for surgery. Full training is provided, making this position ideal for those looking to start their career in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Previous experience is desirable but not necessary as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Performing Visual Acuity Tests on patients.
• Measuring Eye pressures using ORA.
• Measuring patients' vital signs.
• Blood Sugar testing on diabetic patients.
• Ordering consumables.
• Assisting with maintaining the department according to trust standards.
• Assisting patients with their appointments.
• Preparing the Cataract Theatre for surgical lists.
• Circulating in the Cataract Theatre during procedures.
• Processing used trays and instruments following cataract surgery.
• Maintaining stock levels within the cataract theatre.

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant for the Cannock Eye Centre in Wolverhampton. This unique opportunity involves working across both an outpatient clinic environment and a fully equipped cataract surgery operating theatre. The role includes performing visual acuity tests, assisting with vital signs, and preparing for surgery. Full training is provided, making this position ideal for those looking to start their career in healthcare.