Ophthalmic technician Work, Jobs in Amersham, Bkm (with Salaries)

Ophthalmic Technician, Ophthalmology
Watford General Hospital —Watford
- £27,106 - £28,850 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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- In-person
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee discount
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Ophthalmic Technician, Ophthalmology

Watford General Hospital -
Watford

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Job details

Full-time
£27,106 - £28,850 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Ophthalmology
Foundation degree
Windows
Patient care
Organisational skills
IT
Computer skills
NVQ
Communication skills

Full job description

Band 3 - Ophthalmic Technician, Ophthalmology

Band 3

Main area

Ophthalmology

Grade

Band 3

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full time
Flexible working

37.5 hours per week

Job ref

360-B-11362

Department name

West Herts - General Staffing

Site

Watford General Hospital

Town

Watford

Salary

£27,106 - £28,850 pa inc. HCA

Salary period

Yearly

Closing

Today at 23:59

Job overview

An ophthalmic technician is required to join the eye service at West Herts Hospitals. The eye service is provided at Watford General Hospital & St Albans City Hospital. They will work as part of the multidisciplinary eye team consisting of 9 consultant ophthalmologists, 3 orthoptists, 2 optometrists, 1 ophthalmic technician as well as nurses and health care assistants.

The main responsibilities are to carry out visual field assessments and laser scanning ophthalmoscopy (optical coherence tomography) and visual acuity assessment for ophthalmology clinics.

Applicants should have 6 -12 months experience working as an ophthalmic technician with NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualifications (candidates with other relevant scientific or nursing backgrounds could be considered, and training could be provided).

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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit) for this role.

Main duties of the job

The main responsibilities are to carry out visual field assessments and laser scanning ophthalmoscopy (optical coherence tomography) and visual acuity assessment for ophthalmology clinics.

Working for our organisation

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.

We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.

Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact [email protected]

If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants should possess excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. They should also possess the ability to work under pressure, as part of a team and independently, as required as well as be adaptable, reliable and punctual.

Motivation to proactively maintain their own continuing professional development is encouraged in addition to the departmental teaching / development opportunities available.

Person specification

Education and qualifications

Essential criteria

5 GCSEs or equivalent inc Maths and English.
NVQ Level 3 Healthcare or relevant experience.

Desirable criteria

Foundation degree in ophthalmic science and technology or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential criteria

Must have wide experience of technical equipment.
Good computer skills and previous use of Microsoft windows, office word, outlook and excel.

Desirable criteria

Experience working with photographic equipment, computers, data handling, calibration of equipment, technical experience.

Experience

Essential criteria

A substantial degree of experience in the field of Ophthalmology as an ophthalmic technician
Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency setting
Ability to converse knowledgeably about the testing process to ensure patient co-operation and test accuracy.
Good IT skills and experience of software packages
Must have experience working within an ophthalmic clinical setting.

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust provides acute healthcare services to a core catchment population of approximately half a million people living in west Hertfordshire and the surrounding area. The Trust also provides a range of more specialist services to a wider population, serving residents of North London, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and East Hertfordshire.

As an employer of nearly 6,000 people the Trust is one of the biggest employers in the area and sees nearly a million patients each year.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

Job Description (PDF, 667.0KB)

Further details / informal visits contact

Name

Alex Pinto

Job title

Ophthalmic Technician

Email address

[email protected]

If you have problems applying, contact

Address

Watford General Hospital
Vicarage Road
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD18 0HB

Telephone

01442 365234

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