Job summary
An enthusiastic and committed ophthalmic technician is required to work in the ophthalmology department at the Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford.
Working in a friendly modern environment this is a new role at the Royal Surrey County Hospital and you will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) within the department providing high quality care for all our patients.
The post holder will carry out ophthalmic technical and imaging procedures including OCT, retinal fundus imaging, visual field, visual acuity assessments and intraocular pressure checks. Please see the attached job description for more information about this role.
Previous experience in ophthalmology would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be given.
Interviews 24th May 2024
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to work as an ophthalmic technician, part of, and contributing to a multi-disciplinary ophthalmology team at the Royal Surrey and its peripheral sites.
The post holder will undertake various ophthalmic diagnostic tests required during busy clinics and will manage own time and workload around these clinics. Any forseen problems or issues the post holder will immediately discuss with Medical Illustration Manager, or senior staff, before there is an impact on the clinics.
Work with the clinical photographers and ophthalmology staff to continually develop and improve the service provided.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) visual acuity assessment, perform pupil dilation, OCT and retinal imaging, visual fields testing, corneal topography and biometry. As technology/ equipment evolves the role will expand to include use of new technologies training will be provided when required.
Perform Ocular Coherence Tomography to provide the required analysis to aid diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of various ophthalmic conditions and pathology.
Fundus Photography: to take clear and accurate photographs of various eye conditions and record the results on the computer database (ophthalmic PACS) demonstrating knowledge of the more frequently seen ophthalmic conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, choroidal naevi and glaucoma.
The post holder will have excellent communication skills - verbal, non-verbal and written and ability to give clear instructions to all patients including those of varying age, mental and physical abilities and states of anxiety.
- Ophthalmic Imaging activities require highly developed skills where significant levels of hand-eye and sensory co-ordination are essential. The post holder will be required to move equipment, patients in wheelchairs and help patients with poor mobility from wheelchair to instrument. Imaging and diagnostic work may require concentration and working in restricted positions for long periods of time. For these reasons the post holder should be physically fit.
The post holder will be able to recognise ophthalmic abnormalities and ensure that they are appropriately scanned and/or photographed to aid clinical diagnosis and observation.
Will be able to demonstrate imaging techniques to nursing staff and student nurses.
Maintain accurate records for all clinics undertaken.
To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
To use patient management systems as required.
To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment.
To ensure equipment is cleaned in line with infection control policies.
To work within established local guidelines, protocols and procedures.
Undertake training, as required, in ophthalmic imaging and technical procedures under the supervision of senior clinical photographer.
To participate in the use of any other ophthalmic equipment as necessary in future service developments - following training and competency assessment.
- Ensure cost effective use of all the Trusts materials and resources.
- To implement patient confidentiality and DPA (Data Protection Act 1998) protocols as per the Trusts information governance policies.
To undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the post as directed by the Medical Illustration Manager or directorate manager.
Refer to JD for aqdditional information
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) visual acuity assessment, perform pupil dilation, OCT and retinal imaging, visual fields testing, corneal topography and biometry. As technology/ equipment evolves the role will expand to include use of new technologies training will be provided when required.
Perform Ocular Coherence Tomography to provide the required analysis to aid diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of various ophthalmic conditions and pathology.
Fundus Photography: to take clear and accurate photographs of various eye conditions and record the results on the computer database (ophthalmic PACS) demonstrating knowledge of the more frequently seen ophthalmic conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, choroidal naevi and glaucoma.
The post holder will have excellent communication skills - verbal, non-verbal and written and ability to give clear instructions to all patients including those of varying age, mental and physical abilities and states of anxiety.
- Ophthalmic Imaging activities require highly developed skills where significant levels of hand-eye and sensory co-ordination are essential. The post holder will be required to move equipment, patients in wheelchairs and help patients with poor mobility from wheelchair to instrument. Imaging and diagnostic work may require concentration and working in restricted positions for long periods of time. For these reasons the post holder should be physically fit.
The post holder will be able to recognise ophthalmic abnormalities and ensure that they are appropriately scanned and/or photographed to aid clinical diagnosis and observation.
Will be able to demonstrate imaging techniques to nursing staff and student nurses.
Maintain accurate records for all clinics undertaken.
To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
To use patient management systems as required.
To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment.
To ensure equipment is cleaned in line with infection control policies.
To work within established local guidelines, protocols and procedures.
Undertake training, as required, in ophthalmic imaging and technical procedures under the supervision of senior clinical photographer.
To participate in the use of any other ophthalmic equipment as necessary in future service developments - following training and competency assessment.
- Ensure cost effective use of all the Trusts materials and resources.
- To implement patient confidentiality and DPA (Data Protection Act 1998) protocols as per the Trusts information governance policies.
To undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the post as directed by the Medical Illustration Manager or directorate manager.
Refer to JD for aqdditional information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE grade A-C or equivalent English, Maths and Science
- NVQ level 3/A levels or equivalent experience.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of dealing with patient/members of the public in a customer care or clinical environment.
- Experience of working both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience and competency with IT
- Experience of working in a high paced environment
- Experience of working in a high paced environment
- Demonstrate knowledge of retinal imaging and ophthalmic anatomy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE grade A-C or equivalent English, Maths and Science
- NVQ level 3/A levels or equivalent experience.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of dealing with patient/members of the public in a customer care or clinical environment.
- Experience of working both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience and competency with IT
- Experience of working in a high paced environment
- Experience of working in a high paced environment
- Demonstrate knowledge of retinal imaging and ophthalmic anatomy.
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.
