Trainee Ophthalmic Assistant – Outpatients (Training)

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is recruiting for a Trainee Ophthalmic Assistant in the Ophthalmology Outpatients department at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The role starts as a Band 2 Trainee and progresses to Band 3 once competencies are met.

We seek a caring individual with good communication skills who can work well in a friendly team in a busy environment. Weekend and evening work may be required and training opportunities are available within ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE (9-4) or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 3 in health-related subject.
• Experience in ophthalmic setting.
• Previous experience in care.

Responsibilities

• Support patients as they move through the eye clinic, keeping them safe, comfortable and informed.
• Assist nurses with basic care tasks, such as taking observations and aiding mobility.
• Explain to patients and families what is happening and where to go next.
• Maintain patient information privacy and update clinic records.
• Keep the clinic clean, tidy, stocked and prepare equipment for use.
• Learn ophthalmic skills such as vision checks and assisting with scans.

Skills

Maths GCSE

English GCSE

Teamwork

Adaptability

Professional manner

Self-awareness

Education

GCSE Maths and English

NVQ Level 3 in health-related subject

Job description

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is recruiting for a Trainee Ophthalmic Assistant in the Ophthalmology Outpatients department at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The role starts as a Band 2 Trainee and progresses to Band 3 once competencies are met.

We seek a caring individual with good communication skills who can work well in a friendly team in a busy environment. Weekend and evening work may be required and training opportunities are available within ophthalmology.