Job summary
- Main area
- Ophthalmology
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent: Graduating post from band 2 to band 3
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 344-7066SAC
- Employer
- East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- K&C
- Town
- Canterbury
- Salary
- £23,615 - £25,674 band 2 post graduating to band 3 when key competencies reached
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 05/02/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Ophthalmic Technician
Band 3
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen to work as a member of the East Kent Ophthalmic team which has 47 members of staff supporting outpatient ophthalmology clinics across 6 different hospital sites. We are a friendly, hardworking and supportive team who get together virtually once a month for a team meeting.
We are looking to recruit 1 full time vacancy for 37.5 Hours per week.
The post will involve general patient welfare in addition to specific investigative techniques of patients attending a range of general and specialist ophthalmic clinics. Our clinics generally run Monday to Friday between 8am and 8pm but at some sites we also have evening and weekend clinics.
The position will initially be a Band 2 but once the criteria has been met in line with the competency matrix then the applicant will progress to Band 3. There will be further opportunities to develop both academically and professionally within the team.
We offer a full package of benefits, including a car lease
Main duties of the job
- General Ophthalmic Clinics
- Assessment of visual acuity of patients of varied ages and literate ability using conventional Snellen Chart and computerised tests.
- Instillation of eye drops as prescribed by the Doctor or protocol to prepare the patient for further ophthalmic examination.
- Assist transfer of patients of limited mobility to examination chair and support ophthalmologist during assessment as necessary.
- Ensure all medical notes are present and in order prior to the appointment.
- Contribute towards the smooth running of the clinic by being alert to waiting patients and ensuring clinics are kept to time as far as is possible.
- Giving advice to patients as instructed by senior staff or by ophthalmologist.
- Any administrative duty associated with the clinic as directed by senior staff including clinical stock controls
Working for our organisation
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five
hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘Documents to download’.
If you have further queries please don’t hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. 5 GCSE’s
Desirable criteria
- National Care Certificate (NCC) or be willing to work towards further qualifications.
Clinical Skills and experience
Essential criteria
- Ability to communicate well and effectively with people of all ages and abilities eg elderly, anxious, patients with life threatening illnesses and severe disabilities
- Good time management skills
- Experience of working with the general public and the ability to work as part of a team
- Being able to stay calm under pressure
- Ability to communicate with staff at all levels within the Trust
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a visual optical setting and knowledge of the NHS
- Manual handling of patients and/or personal care
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dawn Brett or Nikki Tyler
- Job title
- Optical Services Admin Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01227 868616
- Additional information
Dawn Brett or Nikki Tyler 01227 868616
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