Ophthalmic Technician - Band 3 - Apprenticeship
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Job summary
We are recruiting for a Band 3 Apprenticeship - OVS/Ophthalmic Technician
We are seeking exceptional candidates that share our vision for excellence to work with us here at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. As we build on exciting new models of care we are seeking applications to Ophthalmic Technician roles supporting our expanding diagnostic hubs and pathways across the whole trust.
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of eye health services in the UK and a world-class centre of excellence for ophthalmic research and education. We treat people over 30 sites in and around London. This means that we can provide more first-class care and treatment in the community, closer to where people live and work.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD
This post will be subject to a probationary period of 6 months.
During the probationary period, your suitability for continued employment will be assessed and provided a satisfactory standard is achieved and maintained, your employment will be confirmed.The probationary period may be extended or your employment terminated either during or at the end of probation, in line with the trust Probationary Policy. For the duration of the probation period, the notice period will be in line with contractual obligations on either side.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to use their initiative and excellent interpersonal skills as well as a range of technical skills.
The post holder will be required to carry out a range of investigatory procedures such as visual fields and ophthalmic imaging for patients with many different eye conditions. You will also be expected to support patients and their relatives as required, as well as assisting in clinics and undertaking other clinical activities as needed. You will need to have a caring and compassionate nature, display excellent customer service skills, as well as be able to work independently and safely, following all standard operating procedures.
You will receive a full induction, training and competency package on commencement and you will receive supervision from an experienced senior technician.
About us
The roles is based in our diagnostic unit at Hoxton and you will have opportunity to work in clinics across Moorfields Eye Hospital .
The successful candidate will be required to be flexible, enthusiastic and committed to bringing the highest level of ophthalmic care to people, reflected in our Trust's core belief that "People's sight matters".
Previous experience of working with people, in the care setting, service industry or retail would be valuable to this role as well as a good standard of education including numeracy and literacy, NVQ Level 3 or relevant experience.
Details
Date posted
12 May 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£20,627 a year incl. HCAS
Contract
Apprenticeship
Duration
24 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
273-DN-8504
Job locations
Moorfields Hoxton Diagnostic Hub
3-5 Bracklyn Street
London
N1 7TX
Employer details
Employer name
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Moorfields Hoxton Diagnostic Hub
3-5 Bracklyn Street
London
N1 7TX
Employer's website
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