Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Ophthalmic Technician to work in the Ophthalmology Department at the University Hospital North Midlands NHS Trust. The department treats patients with a number of Ophthalmology conditions, including medical retina, diabetes, macula and glaucoma.Working as part of a friendly modern environment you will perform diagnostic testing which includes using various imaging equipment and Visual Fields on adults, children and complex patients. This includes, Fundus Photography, Optical Coherence Topography and Corneal Topography. Full training will be given for all of the testing and equipment you would be required to use.In addition to the Ophthalmology department at Royal Stoke Hospital, we also have Ophthalmology clinics at other sites within the trust including County Hospital Site in Stafford and you will be expected to work there if needed. Main duties of the job Working as part of a friendly modern environment you will perform diagnostic testing which includes using various imaging equipment and Visual Fields on adults, children and complex patients. This includes, Fundus Photography, Optical Coherence Topography and Corneal Topography. Full training will be given for all of the testing and equipment you would need to use. Computer skills will be required and full training will be given on the different software programmes that are used currently within the trust. About us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential. UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust. At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve. Date posted 23 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £22,816 to £24,336 a year pro rata pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 205-6906073 Job locations Royal Stoke Newcastle Road Stoke-On-Trent ST4 6QG Job description Job responsibilities An Ophthalmic Technicians hours are worked flexibly between Monday Friday, 08.30- 19.30, according to service needs Job description Job responsibilities An Ophthalmic Technicians hours are worked flexibly between Monday Friday, 08.30- 19.30, according to service needs Person Specification Essential Qualifications Essential Proficient in the use of Computers including Microsoft office: Word, Excel & Power point GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above ( or equivalent) Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience Essential Proficient in the use of Computers including Microsoft office: Word, Excel & Power point Ability to prioritise workload in response to service need Ability to work autonomously and as part of wider team and be accountable for own actions Excellent written and communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner Personal Qualities Essential Reliable and flexible Effective interpersonal and intrapersonal skills Takes responsibility and is accountable for delivering to their agree objectives Acts to support and enable effective teamwork Ability to travel to and work across multiple sites Person Specification Essential Qualifications Essential Proficient in the use of Computers including Microsoft office: Word, Excel & Power point GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above ( or equivalent) Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience Essential Proficient in the use of Computers including Microsoft office: Word, Excel & Power point Ability to prioritise workload in response to service need Ability to work autonomously and as part of wider team and be accountable for own actions Excellent written and communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with situations in a sensitive manner Personal Qualities Essential Reliable and flexible Effective interpersonal and intrapersonal skills Takes responsibility and is accountable for delivering to their agree objectives Acts to support and enable effective teamwork Ability to travel to and work across multiple sites 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Address Royal Stoke Newcastle Road Stoke-On-Trent ST4 6QG Employer's website https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)