Ophthalmology Nursing Assistant – Flexible Shifts & Training

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nursing Assistant Academy

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Nursing Assistant to support ophthalmology outpatient services, including eye clinics and an Eye Emergency department.

You will assist doctors and nurses, travel to peripheral community clinics as needed, and complete the Care Certificate induction with a supportive team committed to compassionate care and patient experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Comfortable working in outpatient environments.
• Willingness to travel to peripheral Trust locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Doctors and Nurses in ophthalmology clinics.
• Support clinical activity across John Radcliffe and satellite community clinics.
• Deliver compassionate patient care with dignity and respect.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Skills

Basic Nursing Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Outpatient care awareness

Education

NVQ 2/3 in care

Maths GCSE

English GCSE

Job description

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Nursing Assistant to support ophthalmology outpatient services, including eye clinics and an Eye Emergency department.

You will assist doctors and nurses, travel to peripheral community clinics as needed, and complete the Care Certificate induction with a supportive team committed to compassionate care and patient experience.