Ophthalmic Assistant Bristol

1 week ago


Bristol, United Kingdom Newmedica Full time

**Ophthalmic Assistant**

We are one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England, providing outpatients appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. We aim to make a positive difference to people’s lives through better sight and eye health.

We have an exciting opportunity that has arisen in our Bristol team (location range from Clifton, Aztec West & Langford), for an Ophthalmic Assistant to join the team and help us continue to deliver outstanding clinical care for our patients.

We are looking for someone who will thrive on working as part of a multidisciplinary team that includes Clinic Assistants, Ophthalmic Assistants, Patient Administrators, Nurses, ODPs, Ophthalmic Technicians, Optometrists, and Consultant Ophthalmologists. We value the different experiences and diversity that each of our individual team members bring to our service and are looking for future colleagues who share that same passion.

**What are we offering you?**
- A salary range of **£19,500 rising to £22,500** upon successful completion of probation
- A company bonus based on company performance and personal objectives
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- A company pension scheme
- Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 well-being/counselling/advice service
- An environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and courses.
- Working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients
- Excellent transport links; only a short walk to the nearest train station
- Free on-site parking

**What will the role involve?**

An Ophthalmic Assistant plays an essential and key role in the smooth running of clinics and administrative support within a theatre in order to maintain our exceptional levels of care.
- The post holder will actively participate and assist with the effective and efficient delivery of a comprehensive imaging service.
- They will be expected to deliver this service in close liaison with Nursing, Clinical and Optical staff whilst providing ophthalmic diagnostics.
- Contribute to the overall good of the organisation by being a positive role model and treat all staff, patients, clinicians and service users with courtesy and respect.

**What skills and experience do I need for the role?**

**Specific Competencies**
- Fully computer literate - comfortable with Microsoft Office products and the ability to learn new patient record systems.
- A high level of attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Excellent level of communication
- Word class customer services skills

**Desirable**
- Experience within a healthcare setting.
- Ability to build a working knowledge of eye physiology and treatment.
- Previous experience of human physiology, biological science or allied healthcare is a distinct advantage.

**Would you like to know more?**

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