University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Ophthalmic Imaging team in University Hospital Southampton Hospital as one of our Ophthalmic Assistants who will need to have the following:
Provide a range of Ophthalmic imaging and Visual Field measurement for the Eye Unit Out-patients / in-patients and people attending Eye causality at UHS. There is also an expectation to help cover our satellite clinic in Lymington New Forest Hospital on rotation.
To undertake specialised measurements of the internal and external eye using a variety of equipment. Visual field assessments using the appropriate choice of equipment.
To undertake specialised imaging of the eye, including Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for clinical purposes.
Maintains clinical records in relation to all procedures carried out.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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Responsible for the delivery of specialised clinical diagnostic imaging procedures, which meet the highest possible standards with a very high degree of reproducibility.
Required to accurately enter patient data into each imaging platform, to ensure the images captured are for the correct patient.
In liaison with specialist Ophthalmic Consultants, Optometrists and Nursing staff, to ensure accurate diagnosis and care pathway for the patient.
A detailed understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the eye and a sound knowledge of ophthalmic conditions is a fundamental requirement of the ophthalmic assistant, thus ensuring the best representation of the condition is described in the imaging.
Should be conversant with Visual Fields and the pathology of disease so as to be able to undertake without supervision.
The testing of patient’s visual fields and visual acuity for diagnosis and treatment
Assessment of patient’s ability to pass the DVLA (Driving Vehicle Licensing Authority) requirement for Visual Fields and Visual Acuity.
Using the following equipment:
Humphrey Perimeter
Focimeter
LOGMAR chart
Should be proficient and confident in the imaging of patients Retina, Optic Discs and Corneas using:
Optical Coherence Tomography (O.C.T.)
Retinal Fundal Photography
Other ophthalmic imaging equipment as necessary
