Job Summary
We are inviting applications for an exciting opportunity to join the Ophthalmic Technicians Team.
Senior Ophthalmic Technicians are a crucial support service within the ophthalmic specialities. They perform diagnostic tests in different clinics within the department. These include Visual Field Tests, Optical Coherence Tomography and imaging. They provide support to a team of Ophthalmic Technicians. The Glaucoma team have technician led clinics.
Some of these clinics are offsite and some Saturday working may be required.
Being able to work independently and within a team is essential for the role.
Training is given to the successful candidate.
Ophthalmology is a fascinating, busy environment to learn new skills and make a difference.
Main duties of the job
To lead on a technician-led ophthalmology service and deliver an ophthalmic diagnostic service, within the department of Ophthalmology. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, provide appropriate assessment (and interpretation of results where indicated) for ophthalmology patients. Manage own caseload of patients prioritising when necessary and accepting urgent referrals as appropriate. To ensure that patients are received in a sympathetic and courteous manner and that cultural difference is catered for. To undertake associated clerical and administrative duties necessary to ensure the effective running of the ophthalmology service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in health related subject
- 5 GCSEs or equivalent
- All candidates must have the equivalent of GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English
Desirable
- Foundation degree or equivalent
- IT Qualification
- GCSE pass at Grade C or higher in one or more Science related subjects
Experience
Essential
- Has undertaken clinical work
- Significant previous experience of dealing with patients, customers or members of the public
- Experience in learning new systems
Desirable
- Experience of working in an Ophthalmology Out-Patient setting
- Previous experience of working in a supervisory role, including teaching and mentoring
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of patient care
- Understanding of issues relating to confidentiality, health and safety and risk management
- Evidence of Extended learning/Learning beyond basic competency level, with respect to continuing professional development
Desirable
- Awareness of national priorities and initiatives
- Knowledge of general medical/ophthalmic conditions, equipment and techniques
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal, non -verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Capable of working as part of a multi – disciplinary team and liaising with a wide range of people.
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to work unsupervised and follow instructions
- Excellent time management
- Adaptable to changing situations due to workload
- Excellent administrative and clerical skills
- Reflective practitioner
Desirable
- Able to use the Trust’s electronic patient records
- Good presentation skills
- Prepared to undertake recognised mentoring/coaching role.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Together – Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Flexible approach to working in line with service requirements
- Ability to work under pressure
- Team worker
- Reliable and self motivated
- Professional and well organised
Desirable
- Receptive to advice
- Enthusiastic and friendly
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 09 October 2025
