Job overview
The Ophthalmic Imaging team at York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to join our rapidly expanding East Coast service. The post holder will deliver high standards of patient care at Scarborough Hospital, Bridlington Hospital and Malton Hospital, therefore the ability to transport yourself across the locality is essential. We envisage this position would be based primarily at Malton Hospital.
This is an exciting opportunity where you will be essential in taking high quality diagnostic ophthalmic imaging, in order to help clinicians to diagnose, monitor and treat complex eye conditions. As technology has advanced, the role of the ophthalmic imaging technician has become more varied. The post holder will be a key stakeholder in the future development in ophthalmology services across the Trust.
Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY at one of our East Coast sites. By submitting your application you acknowledge that no remote interviews will be offered.
Main duties of the job
The core duties of an Ophthalmic Imaging Technician are to take the most clinically useful OCT scans and fundus photographs, using specialist equipment.
There may also be a requirement for the post holder to undertake biometry, visual fields, visual acuity and instil dilating eye drops.
Experience in general photography, fundus photography and OCT scans is desirable, but not essential, as full training will be provided. Proficiency in using Heidelberg Spectralis, Kowa and Optos is desirable.
We are a very busy, fast paced service so you should be able to work calmly and confidently under pressure.
You should be technically minded, show a keen attention to detail and demonstrate a strong commitment to high standards of patient care. You should have a passion for patient centred care, and kindness that reflects our Trust's values.
You will work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team e.g. Photographers, Clinicians and Nurses. You should have experience and skills in teamwork and be able to demonstrate your ability to work effectively as part of a team.
If you are an organised and efficient individual who has a keen interest in Ophthalmic Imaging & pathology and anatomy of the eye, then this could be the job you have been looking for!
Working for our organisation
Trust Information Pack
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
1. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
2. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
3. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
4. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme.
5. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
6. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
7. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a of providers.
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised date should a sufficient number of applications be received, therefore we advise you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for us
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
8. Demonstrates knowledge of retinal imaging
9. Demonstrates knowledge of patient care and confidentiality
10. Knowledge of hospital services and hospital appointment procedures
11. Computer literate, ability to input and retrieve data accurately, understanding of windows-based IT systems
Desirable criteria
12. Knowledge of medical terminology and ophthalmic conditions
13. Knowledge of eye anatomy
14. Awareness of current issues within the NHS
15. Clear understanding of the use of policies, protocols and guideline documentation
Experience
Essential criteria
16. Demonstrable experience of highly developed patient care skills in a health environment
17. Excellent hand-eye coordination and developed physical skills required for capturing Ophthalmic images
18. Experience working both autonomously and in a team
Desirable criteria
19. Previous NHS experience in Ophthalmic Imaging/ diabetic eye screening
20. Previous experience of collaborative working with clinicians, nurses and administrations
21. Experience of dealing with confidential information
22. Experience of working with adults with visual impairment
Qualifications
Essential criteria
23. 5 GCSE grade A-C or equivalent including Maths, English and Science
24. NVQ level 3 / A levels or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
25. Ophthalmic or Photography qualification
26. Evidence of continued professional development
Skills
Essential criteria
27. Ability to work with patients of all ages and abilities
28. Willingness to learn new skills
29. Ability to prioritise own workload and demonstrate good time management and organisational skills
30. Ability to work unsupervised
Desirable criteria
31. Evidence of previous competency training and assessment
Personal Attributes
Essential criteria
32. Self-discipline/motivated to function independently, but also, able to motivate others
33. Able to organise and prioritise both own workload and that of others as required
34. Possess a range of developed communication skills
35. Able to function effectively as part of a team
36. Have the ability to exercise sound judgement in relation to problem solving and identifying situations requiring further advice
37. Commitment to deliver compassionate and patient centred care
38. Calm and confident under pressure
39. Cooperative and supportive approach to other team members