Trainee Ophthalmic Assistant – Outpatients (Band 2/3)

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust invites applications for a Trainee Ophthalmic Assistant in the Ophthalmology Outpatients department at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

This trainee role starts as Band 2, progressing to Band 3 on meeting competencies. The position involves patient support, basic care tasks, and developing eye-care skills in a busy clinic. Weekend/evening work may be required. We offer training and development opportunities to grow within ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

• This role supports patients as they move through the eye clinic, helping them feel safe, comfortable, and informed.
• You will help nurses with basic care tasks, such as taking observations and assisting with mobility.
• You will talk with patients and their families, helping them understand what is happening and where they need to go.
• You will keep patient information private and help with simple admin tasks like checking clinic lists and keeping records up to date.
• You will help keep the clinic clean, tidy, and well stocked, and prepare equipment for use.

Job description

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust invites applications for a Trainee Ophthalmic Assistant in the Ophthalmology Outpatients department at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

This trainee role starts as Band 2, progressing to Band 3 on meeting competencies. The position involves patient support, basic care tasks, and developing eye-care skills in a busy clinic. Weekend/evening work may be required. We offer training and development opportunities to grow within ophthalmology.