An exciting opportunity for an Ophthalmic Technician has arisen for a highly motivated, innovative and enthusiastic individual to work within the multi-professional Macular team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will be required to support the Macular Practitioner team to deliver seamless ophthalmic care to the macular and medical retinal patients. Primarily, this includes providing support in the procedure room for the delivery of intra vitreal injections, obtaining OCT scans, and recording visual acuity using the logmar charts.
The role also includes acting as the patient's advocate and supporting the patient pathway journey. You will work with the Clinical team and head of service to deliver robust clinical care for patients attending the macular service at WEEU Wonford, Heavitree, and Community Sites. Our vision is to provide safe, high quality seamless services delivered with courtesy and respect. To achieve our vision, we expect all our staff to uphold our Trust values: Honesty, Openness & Integrity, Fairness, Inclusion & Collaboration, Respect & Dignity.
Our Ophthalmic Technicians form an essential and well-respected part of our healthcare teams across various dynamic settings; out in the community, in our acute hospitals, or within our theatre teams, to name just a few.
You will be a valued member of the team through our comprehensive training and induction programme and our commitment to learning and development will satisfy even the most ambitious person. You will be working with our team of dedicated practitioners to deliver the macular injection treatment service to our local community. The team consists of Band 6 & Band 7 practitioners with a support team of Band 3 ophthalmic technicians. Our teams are caring, compassionate, and inclusive, so whatever your background, you will be made to feel very welcome.
Working Pattern:
We care for our patients around the clock, so we will need you to work a range of shift patterns. These shifts are usually during the weekdays between 8am and 6pm for 4 days per week for full-time employees. Occasional Saturdays are required. Please do check this at your interview. Depending on your shift pattern and working hours, you may also receive additional enhancements to your pay.
Interview Date:
To be confirmed. For further information, please contact: Joanne Tripp - Head of Retinal Services on jtripp@nhs.net or Simona Bonura - Macular Practitioner Services Manager on teresa.bonura@nhs.net.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits: We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. It might also include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities, and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit; you'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts, salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter, car lease schemes, and the NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme. These are just a few of the benefits available. If the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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