About this role
Job summary Ophthalmology Nurse
Wessex Hospital | Nursing | Permeant | Full Time |
Up to £40,500 per annum depending on experience
37.5 hours per week
Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative healthcare and leisure facilities to our community access programmes, we're committed to building a healthier nation. Inside our award-winning hospitals, this starts with commitment to quality and the highest standards of patient care. It starts with you.
Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities
Support daily operations of the ophthalmology clinic Assist in patient assessments and procedures Operate advanced ophthalmic diagnostic equipment, including: OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) Visual Field Analyzer Pentacam Biometry devices Prepare patients for examinations and treatments Maintain accurate patient records and ensure excellent patient care standards
About us Wessex Hospital
Nuffield Health Wessex Hospital is a stunning 46 bedded private hospital in West Hampshire with specialisms in Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Women's Health and Spinal surgery. The hospital also benefits from having onsite Radiology, Pathology, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy so we can give our patients a complete package of care. There are 16 consulting rooms with speciality outpatient rooms, 46 private patient bedrooms with en-suite facilities, 24 hr resident doctor on site (RMO) and four operating theatres and one endoscopy suite.
Job description Job responsibilities Ophthalmology Nurse
Wessex Hospital | Nursing | Permeant | Full Time |
Up to £40,500 per annum depending on experience
37.5 hours per week
Nuffield Health is the UK's largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative healthcare and leisure facilities to our community access programmes, we're committed to building a healthier nation. Inside our award-winning hospitals, this starts with commitment to quality and the highest standards of patient care. It starts with you.
Are you a dedicated and experienced nurse with a passion for eye care? We are seeking a highly motivated Ophthalmology Nurse to join our dynamic hospital team and support our busy ophthalmology clinic.
As part of our specialist eye care team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care, assisting ophthalmologists, and ensuring smooth clinic operations.
Key Responsibilities
Support daily operations of the ophthalmology clinicAssist in patient assessments and proceduresOperate advanced ophthalmic diagnostic equipment, including:OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)Visual Field AnalyzerPentacamBiometry devicesPrepare patients for examinations and treatmentsMaintain accurate patient records and ensure excellent patient care standards
Requirements Registered Nurse with relevant qualificationsExperience in ophthalmology or a strong interest in eye careProficiency in using ophthalmic diagnostic equipmentStrong communication and organizational skillsAbility to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
What We Offer Supportive and professional work environmentOpportunities for training and career developmentCompetitive salary and benefits package
Helping you feel good.
We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you.
Wessex Hospital
Nuffield Health Wessex Hospital is a stunning 46 bedded private hospital in West Hampshire with specialisms in Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Women's Health and Spinal surgery. The hospital also benefits from having onsite Radiology, Pathology, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy so we can give our patients a complete package of care. There are 16 consulting rooms with speciality outpatient rooms, 46 private patient bedrooms with en-suite facilities, 24 hr resident doctor on site (RMO) and four operating theatres and one endoscopy suite.
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It starts with you.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Requirements
Registered Nurse with relevant qualifications Experience in ophthalmology or a strong interest in eye care Proficiency in using ophthalmic diagnostic equipment Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Experience Essential
Experience in ophthalmology or a strong interest in eye care Proficiency in using ophthalmic diagnostic equipment Strong communication and organizational skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Nuffield Health
Address Winchester Road
Eastleigh
SO53 2DW
Employer's website https://www.nuffieldhealthcareers.com (Opens in a new tab)