University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust – Ophthalmology Clinic
Band 3, Part‑time – 7.5 hours per week (Monday‑Sunday)
Senior Clinical Support Worker
Job Overview
Visa sponsorship is not available for this Band 3 role. The position is currently open to candidates resident in the UK and who meet the required qualifications and experience.
Main Duties of the Job
The post involves providing basic patient care, assisting with procedures, chaperoning and organising the daily run of ophthalmology clinics.
* Perfoming vision tests, IOP readings and colour vision tests.
* Assisting in theatres and supporting chaperoning during procedures.
* Booking appointments and adding patient referrals.
* Removing dressings and carrying out simple dressing under supervision.
* Measuring patient observations: height, weight and BMI.
* Ensuring high standards of patient care and experience.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
* Support and chaperone patients during procedures.
* Organise and run individual clinics including Macula, Pre‑assessment, Main Ophthalmology, County Eye and Emergency Eye clinics.
* Perform vision tests and IOP, colour vision assessments.
* Assist in theatre and day‑to‑day clinic tasks.
* Book appointments and manage patient referrals.
Qualifications
* GSCE Maths and English at grade C/4 (or Level 2 Functional Skills) and proof of equivalence for overseas qualifications.
* Full Care Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care from an accredited awarding body.
Experience
* 12 months experience in a professional contract as a Healthcare Assistant (or equivalent).
Employer Certification / Accreditation
Compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Disclosure and Barring Service requirements.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from everyone regardless of ethnicity, disability, gender, age, faith or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Working Conditions & Benefits
Our part‑time contract offers a pro‑rated annual salary of £25,760 – £27,476. Flexible working arrangements are considered in line with Trust policies.
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