Job Summary
To undertake imaging and of patients within the ophthalmic specialty to be used for diagnosis, record purposes, teaching and publication. This position is a training role, and the candidate will begin a period of dedicated training covering all the core imaging modalities used in ophthalmic imaging. The candidate will be assessed in each area before being finally signed off and promoted to Band 4 level.
The candidate will be expected to provide a short presentation at interview demonstrating an example of their technical based training/experience.
Main duties of the job
The Ophthalmic Imaging Service is based at the Royal Eye Infirmary. Ophthalmic Imaging has a diagnostic imaging role (including Ocular Coherence Tomography, Visual Fields Testing, Retinal Photography & Anterior segment scanning) essential to the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of ophthalmic disorders. The ophthalmic instruments used to image patients are technically demanding and require high levels of concentration for extended periods. An Ophthalmic Imaging Technician must develop a good understanding of ophthalmic conditions and take many factors into account when prioritising patients during clinic sessions. The Ophthalmic Imaging Technician is under significant pressure to produce results within a specified time period to enable patients to be treated before vision loss occurs. This will involve working evenings and some weekends. Total of 30,137 patients imaged per year. Total of 10,051 visual fields tests are performed each year. Approximately 55,000 patients imaged annually with the majority of these having multiple procedures.
Job responsibilities
* Ocular Coherence Tomography imaging of patients.
* Visual Fields Testing (HVF)
* Fundus photography (retina) of patients.
* Specular microscopy of patients.
* Corneal topography of patients.
* Visual acuity assessment including IOP measurement
* Installation of prescribed eye drops.
* Responsible for the care of the patient whilst undertaking imaging.
* Maintain strict infection control to avoid cross contamination.
* Ensure patients have necessary information on pending imaging techniques.
* Recognise ophthalmic abnormalities to ensure that the relevant areas are imaged.
* Demonstrate imaging techniques to nursing staff and student nurses.
* Will include evening and weekend working.
* Ability to work unsupervised during virtual clinic activity.
* Ability to safely position patients on a range of ophthalmic imaging equipment.
Person Specification
Knowledge And Experience
Essential
* Proven evidence of following a dedicated technical based training course to completion.
* Interest in digital imaging or technically based subject.
Desirable
* Previous demonstrable experience within a clinical environment.
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
* Able to use own initiative.
* Ability to work independently.
Qualifications
Essential
* HND level in a technical or humanities subject.
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
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