About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Ophthalmology outpatients service at Denmark Hill, King's College Hospital. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with people and have an interest in working in an ophthalmic care setting.
This role requires excellent people skills and communication skills, and strict attention to detail in order to provide imaging of the highest quality. This rewarding position will develop and evolve with our collaborative team working approach to ensure we meet the advancing demand of patients with ocular conditions.
Previous experience of working with patients in an eye care setting would be beneficial.
Post holder must be able to work across a 7 day week, including bank holidays.
Main duties of the job
Demonstrating caring, compassionate, professional behaviour fostering trust and confidence in the service for people in your care.
Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary network of professionals regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills.
To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :
Visual acuity assessment visual field assessment Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS , OCT imaging, Anterion etc Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE To participate in the virtual technician led clinic. To use electronic patient record management system. To assist in intravitreal injections and cross linking services. To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures. To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics, opening and closing of clinic setting. To be able to complete successful care certificate completion within 3 months of start date. To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment To commit to further training as required To demonstrate ophthalmic technician duties to others and to assist in training new staff when necessary To participate in team huddles and meetings To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description Job responsibilities
To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :
Visual acuity assessment visual field assessment Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS , OCT imaging, Anterion etc Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE To participate in the virtual technician led clinic. To use electronic patient record management system. To assist in intravitreal injections and cross linking services. To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures. To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics, opening and closing of clinic setting. To be able to complete successful care certificate completion within 3 months of start date. To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment To commit to further training as required To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust
Person Specification
Essential Essential
Working in an Ophthalmic setting supporting patients and the multi-disciplinary team with a range of Ophthalmic technical skills Understanding of ocular digital imaging equipment and images. Care certificate
Desirable
Enhanced ophthalmic imaging techniques (OVS) Qualification
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.
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Employer details Employer name King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address King's College Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 9RS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)