Optometry Technician

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with excellent organisational and communication skills to join our friendly and professional team within the Eye Unit in the beautiful city of Bath. Our highly motivated team consists of 7 Ophthalmologists, 3 Associate Specialists, 6 Optometrists, 2 Senior Optometry Technicians, 4 Optometry Technicians, and 4 Orthoptists.

Main duties of the job

Our Optometry Technicians carry out a wide range of work activities, as requested by clinicians, including assessment of visual acuities, visual field tests, retinal imaging, anterior chamber imaging, ocular coherence tomography and biometry. The post holder will also assist the Senior Optometry Technicians with administrative duties. The role will be supported with the necessary training

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience in a care setting

Desirable

Experience as an optometry technician

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE level or equivalent in English and Maths

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge or interest to develop knowledge in eye disease

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