Ophthalmic Assistant (Level 1)

CHEC

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Optical Assistant to join the team. As an Optical Assistant you will work alongside the clinical team in the day to day running of eye care clinics, carrying out diagnostic examinations whilst maintaining high quality care to all patients.

Main duties of the job

Assist in the running of pre- and post-operative clinicals Act as theatre runner/escort ensuring that patients receive the highest quality care, and our theatre team are assisted during surgery Support patients throughout their journey with CHEC and report any concerns. Ensure all equipment is checked and ready for use Prepare all areas prior to any clinical activities Adhere to good record keeping and high standards of quality patient care

About us

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of eye health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help. If you are care focused and looking to join an organisation that is thriving on success, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity for an Optical Assistant to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

Date posted

26 April 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£22,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE1000569

Job locations

1 Pitfield Lane, Kiln Farm

Milton Keynes

MK11 3LW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care Good communication and strong interpersonal skills Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic

Job description

Job responsibilities

Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care Good communication and strong interpersonal skills Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care
  • Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care
  • Good communication and strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems
  • The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems
  • Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently
  • Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care
  • Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care
  • Good communication and strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems
  • The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems
  • Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently
  • Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

1 Pitfield Lane, Kiln Farm

Milton Keynes

MK11 3LW


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

1 Pitfield Lane, Kiln Farm

Milton Keynes

MK11 3LW


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Resourcing Specialist

Ashleigh Conroy

ashleigh.c@chec.uk

01772286168

Date posted

26 April 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£22,500 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE1000569

Job locations

1 Pitfield Lane, Kiln Farm

Milton Keynes

MK11 3LW


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