Ophthalmic Technician

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Kent Hospitals University Nhs Foundation Trust, Canterbury

Part time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted 6 days ago, 16 Oct | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 6e65200a45304d49a67f3b2075fa6b79

Kent Hospitals University Nhs Foundation Trust

Full Job Description

An opportunity has arisen to work as a member of the East Kent Ophthalmic team which has 47 members of staff supporting outpatient ophthalmology clinics across 6 different hospital sites. We are a friendly, hardworking and supportive team who get together virtually once a month for a team meeting.,

Assessment of visual acuity of patients of varied ages and literate ability using conventional Snellen Chart and computerised tests.
Instillation of eye drops as prescribed by the Doctor or protocol to prepare the patient for further ophthalmic examination.
Assist transfer of patients of limited mobility to examination chair and support ophthalmologist during assessment as necessary.
Ensure all medical notes are present and in order prior to the appointment.
Contribute towards the smooth running of the clinic by being alert to waiting patients and ensuring clinics are kept to time as far as is possible.
Giving advice to patients as instructed by senior staff or by ophthalmologist.
Any administrative duty associated with the clinic as directed by senior staff including clinical stock controls

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

The post will involve general patient welfare in addition to specific investigative techniques of patients attending a range of general and specialist ophthalmic clinics. Our clinics generally run Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm but at some sites we also have evening and weekend clinics.