The Trust emphasises its commitment to high-quality, respectful patient care and seeks candidates who align with their values of honesty, integrity, fairness, and inclusion. Benefits for employees include generous annual leave, access to occupational health services, staff discounts, and a supportive work culture that encourages professional development. The organisation is dedicated to diversity and inclusivity in its workforce, actively welcoming applications from individuals of various backgrounds and experiences.
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.
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
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, 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 patients 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. Our Trust values are: Honesty, Openness & Integrity Fairness, Inclusion & Collaboration Respect & Dignity
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00 4 days per week.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Jo Tripp, Head of Head Retinal Service on or or Simona Bonura, Practitioner Manager on or
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 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. Or it might 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.
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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