Ophthalmic Technician - Medical Retina Clinic

at  Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for a full time Band 3 Ophthalmic Technician in our busy Medical Retina Service. The role of an Ophthalmic Technician in this sub specialty is fascinating. You will have the opportunity to use own initiative, provide leadership to Band 2s and excellent interpersonal skills as well as a range of technical skills while looking after the patients attending this busy outpatient department.
You will be required to carry out investigatory procedures for patients with medical retinal eye disease including Optical Coherence Tomography, Visual Fields Analyser, Auto refraction, Logmar and Snellen visual assessments.
The post holder will be required to independently run remote monitoring clinics. Training will be provided and you will be required to complete a competency assessment. Previous experience as a healthcare assistant or Ophthalmic Technician, an NVQ level 2 in care or equivalent healthcare related qualification is required. We will consider applications from candidates with other scientific or nursing experience.
Experienced mentors are assigned to all new staff and there are excellent opportunities for continuing professional development.
The post holder works as part of a team under supervision and will:
Participate in the delivery of patient centred care, maintaining a compassionate and professional attitude at all times. Contribute to the ward/clinic/department/organisation.
Assist the nurse practitioners in the delivery of intravitreal injections and in any other future roles deemed suitable for ophthalmic technicians. Support senior staff in the provision of a caring and safe environment.
Demonstrate competence in generic and specialist skills as required from Appendix 1 following the completion of the appropriate training and education and within 12 months from commencement in role.
Function at a competency level in line with the requirements of the post and achieve and maintain both mandatory and statutory training requirements associated with the role.
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
Free 24/7 independent counselling service
Learning and development opportunities
Easy and quick transport links
A range of attractive benefits and discounts
Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
Free Pilates classes
Full support and training to develop your skills
Flexible working friendly organisation
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Support qualified staff in the assessment of health needs and the delivery of care for a number of individuals or groups of patients, including clinical risk assessment.
Work collaboratively with others as part of the multi-disciplinary team, assisting nursing and other clinical staff in duties associated with patient care.
To work with the nurse practitioners in the injection rooms assisting to deliver the Intravitreal injections.
Support colleagues in ensuring that patients receive care in a timely manner during their visit to Moorfields. Ensuring that patients are fully informed of any delays and what is being done to address or rectify delays in treatments or clinical tests.
To be involved and assist nurses in the clinical area to collect blood samples from patients and label vials with patient names and dates.
Following the completion of training must be competent to undertake a range of physical/clinical observations appropriate to the area of practice. Record the outcome and report and escalate exceptions to registered nurses or medical staff.
Treat patients with dignity and respect and maintaining their confidentiality both inside and outside the hospital environment.
Provide support to the clinical team in the delivery of care ensuring that these are within your personal scope of knowledge and competency.
Ensure that the clinical areas are prepared for use at the start of each shift and reviewed at regular intervals throughout the day e.g. ensuring that clinical areas are clean and tidy, all the necessary equipment such as clinical documents and consumables are stocked up adhering to all health and safety and infection control policies
Be responsible for the initial reporting of faulty equipment and follow-up repairs, keeping the supervisor or nurse in charge informed.
Provide comfort, reassurance and support to patients and their carers in times of high anxiety or distress.
Respond appropriately to emergency situations. Act as a chaperone when required

Please refer the Job description for details