Optometry Technician, Band 3

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Gloucester is seeking a full-time Optometry Technician to perform visual field tests and Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans. The candidate will support the imaging clinical service in a busy outpatient department, contributing to the smooth operation of the optometry service. Attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential. Experience in the NHS or a similar role is preferred but not mandatory, as full training is provided. Join a friendly team dedicated to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in the NHS or similar role within an ophthalmology department or optometry setting preferred but not essential.
• Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual field tests and Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans.
• Measure ocular parameters including visual acuity and corneal topography.
• Support clinical activities and help in the smooth running of the optometry service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate approach

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

The primary role of an Optometry Technician is to perform visual field tests and Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans to assist in the diagnosis and management of patients attending Ophthalmology and Optometry outpatients clinics. The role may also include measuring other ocular parameters including visual acuity and corneal topography. The successful candidate can also play a role in supporting other clinical activities and contribute to the smooth running of the optometry service.

We are looking for an individual with excellent communication skills, a compassionate approach and ability to pay close attention to details. You will need to be a team player as you will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working to support the imaging clinical service of a busy outpatient department. Previous experience in the NHS or a similar role within an ophthalmology department or optometry setting is preferable but not essential and full training is provided.

We are looking for a full time Technician to join our large team of over 20 optometrists, 8 optometry technicians and administrators to work within a busy and dynamic ophthalmology outpatients department. Although a large team that works across two acute sites and peripheral clinics, we are a close and supportive team who foster a friendly work environment.