As a member of a compassionate and inclusive team, the successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining effective team dynamics within the ophthalmic imaging service. The Trust emphasises a supportive working environment with a focus on continuous professional development and offers a range of employee benefits, including generous leave entitlements, occupational health services, and staff discounts. Applicants are encouraged to review the job description thoroughly to ensure they meet all criteria before applying.
The Senior Ophthalmic Technician role is an experienced ophthalmic healthcare technician with expert imaging and ophthalmic skills. They will have completed all required competencies within an ophthalmology department.
The post holder will work closely with our Training and Education Lead and Matron and will support education and training pathways for all levels of healthcare technician staff members. The post holder will support the training and supervision of newly appointed and less experienced staff in the use of ophthalmic imaging equipment.
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
West of England Eye unit main site is based at Wonford Hospital, additional clinics are held at peripheral sites at Axminster, Heavitree, Nightingale Exeter, Sidmouth, Exmouth, and Tiverton.
The post holder will contribute to the effective and efficient team working of the ophthalmic imaging service and the smooth running of the outpatient clinical services.
The post holder will support consultant specialist clinics held in OPD, e.g. Genomic clinics and undertake any applicable training for this clinic
The post holder will be required to act independently within the appropriate clinical/professional guidelines and refer to their medical and nursing colleges when necessary.
The post holder will need to be prepared to work unsociable hours to support the services including evening and weekends.
The vacancy is based at WEEU Exeter but the post holder will be expected to provide occasional cover at peripheral clinics.
Please ensure that you read the job description and you meet all the criteria before applying as we will be unable to short list anyone who does not meet job description criteria. This is a full time post.
The team Our teams are caring, compassionate and inclusive, so whatever your background, you will be made to feel very welcome.
Working Pattern: we will need you to work a range of shift patterns. These range from 7.30 start to 18.00 finish . We also have Saturday clinics and bank holiday clinics . 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: Jacqui Crump - Clinical Matron:
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.
Please wait...this will take a moment...
