Part-Time Ophthalmic Assistant (Mon–Wed) — Start Your Clinical Career

Newmedica; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £16,780 per annum

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Enhanced maternity leave

Free eye tests

Discounted/free glasses

Death in service cover

Headspace access

Blue light scheme

Learning and development support

Friendly multi-disciplinary team

Modern working environment

Job summary

Newmedica is recruiting a Part-Time Ophthalmic Assistant at our Manchester West site. The role is 24 hours per week, Monday to Wednesday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. You will greet patients, guide them through diagnostic tests and work with a senior clinician to determine next steps in care.

Training is provided; prior patient-facing experience is helpful. Strong IT literacy (Office 365) and clear English communication are essential. A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Training will be provided; experience isn’t always needed.
• Previous experience working with patients or in a customer-facing role is advantageous.
• Knowledge of eye physiology and treatment or keen to build knowledge in this area.
• Proficient in Office 365 and comfortable with patient record systems or diagnostic programmes.
• Excellent English language skills, verbal and written.
• Experience handling data such as patient records, GP letters and test results.
• A collaborative team player who is happy to support others.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of diagnostic tests with patients.
• Pass results to a senior clinician to decide on surgery or further treatment.
• Use various equipment and systems; be comfortable with new tech.
• Put patients at ease and explain the purpose of tests clearly.
• Support the clinical team and develop clinical skills through development opportunities.

Skills

Patient-facing experience

Eye physiology knowledge

Office 365 proficient

Strong English language

Data handling experience

Team player

Job description

Newmedica is recruiting a Part-Time Ophthalmic Assistant at our Manchester West site. The role is 24 hours per week, Monday to Wednesday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. You will greet patients, guide them through diagnostic tests and work with a senior clinician to determine next steps in care.

Training is provided; prior patient-facing experience is helpful. Strong IT literacy (Office 365) and clear English communication are essential. A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment awaits.