Senior Ophthalmic Technician | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is inviting applications for the role of Senior Ophthalmic Technician. The successful candidate will lead a technician-led ophthalmology service, manage their own caseload, and provide diagnostic assessments within the department. The role offers training, diverse responsibilities, and opportunities to work in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

On-site leisure facilities

Flexible working arrangements

Travel and parking concessions

Qualifications

• Candidates must be able to work in a healthcare environment and manage their own caseload.
• Training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technician-led ophthalmology service.
• Provide assessment and interpretation for ophthalmology patients.
• Manage a caseload and prioritise as necessary.
• Ensure courteous reception of patients.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

We are inviting applications for an exciting opportunity to join the Ophthalmic Technicians Team. Senior Ophthalmic Technicians are a crucial support service within the ophthalmic specialties. They perform diagnostic tests in different clinics within the department, including Visual Field Tests, Optical Coherence Tomography and imaging. They provide support to a team of Ophthalmic Technicians. The Glaucoma team have technician-led clinics. Some clinics are offsite and some Saturday working may be required. Training is given to the successful candidate. Ophthalmology is a fascinating, busy environment to learn new skills and make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a technician-led ophthalmology service and deliver an ophthalmic diagnostic service within the department of Ophthalmology.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide appropriate assessment (and interpretation of results where indicated) for ophthalmology patients.
• Manage own caseload of patients, prioritising when necessary and accepting urgent referrals as appropriate.
• Ensure that patients are received in a sympathetic and courteous manner and that cultural differences are catered for.
• Undertake associated clerical and administrative duties necessary to ensure the effective running of the ophthalmology service.
• Some clinics may be offsite and Saturday working may be required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Training is provided to the successful candidate.

About the Employer

Our Trust: Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. CUH’s values – Together • Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services for regional, national and international patients.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and a workplace where everyone can fulfil their potential. Applications are welcome irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, or socio-economic background.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed-term contract, subject to line-manager approval. Students on visas should note Home Office immigration rules apply.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 9 October. Interviews are due to be held on 23 October.

Benefits

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. There are travel and parking concessions, staff pod spaces, and flexible working arrangements where possible to support a good work-life balance.

This advert closes on Thursday 9 Oct 2025