Overview
Role: Ophthalmic Clinical TechnicianLocation: SolihullSalary: £30000Full-Time | Permanent
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading independent healthcare provider for an Ophthalmic Clinical Technician to join a specialist eye care team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a patient-focused clinical environment, supporting consultants and clinicians in delivering exceptional ophthalmic care across multiple clinic locations.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in the patient pathway, undertaking a range of diagnostic investigations, supporting clinical services, and ensuring patients receive a high standard of care from initial assessment through to treatment.
This position would suit an experienced Ophthalmic Technician or a healthcare professional with transferable clinical skills and a strong interest in ophthalmology.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Support consultant-led clinics and provide a high standard of patient care.
- Perform a range of ophthalmic diagnostic tests, including:
- Visual Field Analysis
- Tonometry
- Pachymetry
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- Biometry
- Visual Acuity Assessments
- Administer ophthalmic medications, including dilating, anaesthetic, and lubricating eye drops, in accordance with training and protocols.
- Accurately document patient information and test results.
- Prepare and support patients throughout diagnostic procedures, providing reassurance and clear explanations.
- Assist with patient admissions, recovery support, and clinical procedures where required.
- Ensure clinical equipment is cleaned, maintained, and tested in line with infection control and safety standards.
- Recognise and escalate clinical concerns, incidents, risks, or safeguarding issues appropriately.
Operational & Administrative Responsibilities
- Support efficient clinic operations and patient flow.
- Liaise with consultants, administrators, reception teams, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Assist with appointment scheduling and pathway coordination.
- Manage stock levels and order clinical consumables and pharmaceuticals in line with regulatory requirements.
- Support the smooth running of satellite and outreach clinics where required.
- Contribute to service improvement initiatives and help identify opportunities to enhance patient experience and operational efficiency.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience within ophthalmology, healthcare, diagnostics, or a clinical support role.
- Experience performing ophthalmic diagnostic testing is desirable but not essential, as training may be provided for suitable candidates.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a compassionate patient-centred approach.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- A commitment to maintaining high clinical, professional, and ethical standards.
- Good IT and administrative skills, including accurate record keeping.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
- Exposure to advanced ophthalmic diagnostic technology.
- Supportive and collaborative clinical environment.
- Opportunity to develop specialist knowledge within a growing healthcare service.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
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