Job summary
We are looking for Ophthalmic Imaging Assistant to join theTheatres at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust FT. As a UniversityTrust, you will have the chance to grow, develop and to be the best that youcan be.
The post holder will undertake specialisedmeasurements of the internal and external eye using a variety of equipment.Also, undertake specialised imaging of the eye, including Optical CoherenceTomography (OCT) for clinical purposes.
Main duties of the job
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Delivery of specialised clinical diagnosticimaging procedures, which meet the highest possible standards with a very highdegree of reproducibility.
Accurately enter patient data into each imagingplatform, to ensure the images captured are for the correct patient.
In liaison with specialist OphthalmicConsultants, Optometrists and Nursing staff, to ensure accurate diagnosis andcare pathway for the patient.
A detailed understanding of the anatomy andphysiology of the eye and a sound knowledge of ophthalmic conditions is afundamental requirement of the ophthalmic assistant, thus ensuring the bestrepresentation of the condition is described in the imaging.
Should be conversant with Visual Fields and thepathology of disease so as to be able to undertake without supervision.
The testing of patients visual fields andvisual acuity for diagnosis and treatment.
Assessment of patients ability to pass the DVLA(Driving Vehicle Licensing Authority) requirement for Visual Fields and VisualAcuity.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave
Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Delivery of specialised clinical diagnosticimaging procedures, which meet the highest possible standards with a very highdegree of reproducibility.
Accurately enter patient data into each imagingplatform, to ensure the images captured are for the correct patient.
In liaison with specialist OphthalmicConsultants, Optometrists and Nursing staff, to ensure accurate diagnosis andcare pathway for the patient.
A detailed understanding of the anatomy andphysiology of the eye and a sound knowledge of ophthalmic conditions is afundamental requirement of the ophthalmic assistant, thus ensuring the bestrepresentation of the condition is described in the imaging.
Should be conversant with Visual Fields and thepathology of disease so as to be able to undertake without supervision.
The testing of patients visual fields andvisual acuity for diagnosis and treatment.
Assessment of patients ability to pass the DVLA(Driving Vehicle Licensing Authority) requirement for Visual Fields and VisualAcuity.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
1. Should be proficient and confident in the imaging of patients Retina, Optic Discs and Corneas using: Optical Coherence Tomography (; Retinal Fundal Photography; Other ophthalmic imaging equipment as necessary.
2. Be expected to study for further qualifications in ophthalmic imaging/measurements and related work.
3. Demonstrate awareness of NHS