Optical Assistant - 12-Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover

SpaMedica; Chester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Discretionary performance bonuses (2x/

Professional membership reimbursement

Enhanced maternity & adoption pay

Free uniform

Free flu vaccinations and DBS

Eye tests and glasses reimbursement (£

Bluelight card eligibility

Continuous training & development

Recommend a Friend Scheme (£350)

SpaMedicaMe platform perks

Job summary

SpaMedica is seeking an Optical Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract at our Chester site. You will work across multiple hospital sites within the Chester cluster, supporting optometrists with diagnostics, pre- and post-operative clinics, and theatre activities.

The role is full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a 4-on/2-off pattern. The post includes generous benefits, a strong focus on governance and patient safety, and opportunities for ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience in optical clinics is desirable.
• Familiarity with clinical governance principles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the principles of clinical governance.
• Work alongside the optometrists in day-to-day clinics carrying out diagnostics examinations.
• Assist in pre- and post-operative clinics for all patients.
• Act as theatre runner in busy theatre environments.
• Be proficient in Medisoft database.

Skills

Clinical governance

Diagnostics examinations

Theatre operations

Stock control

Patient confidentiality

Tools

Medisoft

Job description

SpaMedica is seeking an Optical Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract at our Chester site. You will work across multiple hospital sites within the Chester cluster, supporting optometrists with diagnostics, pre- and post-operative clinics, and theatre activities.

The role is full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a 4-on/2-off pattern. The post includes generous benefits, a strong focus on governance and patient safety, and opportunities for ongoing training.