Healthcare Technician at Optegra
Whiteley PO15 7AD, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 25

Salary

30000.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

No

Telecommute

No

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Forward Planning

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Healthcare Technician or HCA (Band 3) with ward or theatre experience, ideally gained in Ophthalmology, to join our amazing and supportive team in our in our prestige private Hampshire Eye Hospital. This is a great opportunity to join a growing and developing business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training programs.

REQUIREMENTS

  • NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent
  • Experience of working in a healthcare environment or ophthalmic sector
  • Basic Life Support competent
  • Highly organised, with clear forward planning and ability to flex according to patients needs
  • Attention to details and ability to work under pressure
    If this sounds like you, please get in touch with us by applying for the role.
    You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door – and you’ll have every opportunity to really make a difference. Take a look at our history and vision by clicking the following link: https://www.optegra.com/optegra-story/
    Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.
    Closing date: Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications
Responsibilities

THE ROLE

As part of a multi-disciplinary team with an emphasis on quality patient care, ensure a comprehensive level of care provision to all ophthalmic patients, their relatives, or carers, across clinical and some administrative disciplines.
Work alongside other clinical team members and optometrists for outpatient consultations and pre assessment of patients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Hold accountability for the delivery of high quality patient care throughout their visit to Optegra.
  • Work closely with clinical and patient services staff to ensure the smooth running of operating lists.
  • Completing diagnostic testing on patients in clinic, including Biometry, OCT, A-Scan, Visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP, Topography.
  • Actively support and assist patients on surgery days ensuring effective communication.
  • Handling patient enquiries effectively, by means of referral to a medical practitioner if necessary and providing service excellence.
  • Provide basic advice on health promotion, with particular reference to ophthalmic surgery.
  • Provide pre and postoperative care, within level of competence, to patients.
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