Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Ophthalmology Technician to join our busy and fast paced Ophthalmology outpatient department.

We are currently looking for a self-motivated, pro-active individual with both excellent time management and organisational skills to join our team.

The successful candidate will support the delivery of Ophthalmology, and Orthoptic services within the Trust and the community setting performing diagnostic tests to aid clinician investigation and diagnosis of patients attending the Eye Clinic. 

Although your base working location will be The Royal Surrey Foundation Trust Hospital, working at our community sites is a vital requirement for the successful post holder and own transport is essential.
This role will be offered on a permanent basis at band 3 level AfC, 37.5 hours per week. Previous Ophthalmology experience is desirable however, developmental training will be provided for the post holder to become proficient in selected areas of ophthalmic imaging, such as Optical Coherence Tomography, Visual Fields, Corneal Topography and more.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic and committed Ophthalmic Technician and will welcome any forward thinking, caring individual who is committed to providing a high standard of patient care to our patients.
You must display excellent communication skills and be confident to deal with patients, families, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team.

You will be given the appropriate training to undertake specific Ophthalmic investigations under the instruction and supervision of clinicians and nurse in charge.

The eye clinic is a very busy clinical area, and the Ophthalmic technician role supports the clinic to run smoothly and effectively.

We are looking for someone who has all ophthalmic technician skills and also role models the trust values in their everyday working.

Working for our organisation

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.

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