Senior Care Support Worker

4 weeks ago


Harrogate, United Kingdom Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Full time

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, flexible senior health care support worker to join our busy, dynamic and progressive team within Ophthalmology. You should be committed to providing the highest standards of care and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proactive, can do attitude.

Working as part of the ophthalmology team you will be given the opportunity to learn new skills such as testing a patient’s vision, OCT scanning and the administration of eye drops under PGD. Ophthalmology uses its own dedicated IT systems so good IT skills are a must. The post hold will need to be willing to undertake further training in Ophthalmology specific skills.

A flexible approach to working is needed as clinic hours are 08:00-18:00 Monday - Saturday with some shifts finishing outside of these hours.

To welcome, support and care for patients within the ophthalmology service working under indirect supervision of a trained nurse.

To work within the protocols, competencies and policies of the ophthalmology department and trust.

To communicate with various members of the multidisciplinary team.

To undertake further training in ophthalmology where required to be able to undertake patient assessments of visual acuity, OCT scanning, visual fields and other ophthalmology specific skills.

To have thorough knowledge of how to prepare, care for and clean equipment.

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Work as a member of the Ophthalmology services team to provide care for patients throughout the ophthalmology patient experience. This will require knowledge of equipment and specialised information on procedures undertaken in the various areas.

Maintain high standards of communication in all formats including verbal written and electronic.

Meet and greet patients arriving for clinic, pre-assessment and day surgery and undertake pre-consultation tests as required.

To work in a busy, and at times, pressured environment whilst supporting patients and your colleagues.



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