Ophthalmic Imaging Technician

We are inviting applicants for the post of Ophthalmic Imaging Technician to join our team in assisting in the delivery of a high-quality ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic service to Oxford Eye Hospital.,

• To assist in the delivery of core ophthalmic clinical technical and imaging
services to Oxford Eye Hospital.
• To be a member of the Imaging & Diagnostic team, contributing to the
effective quality care of patients, respecting and maintaining confidentiality in all matters relating to the department and patients.
• To support the Head of Department in service development, ensuring that
high clinical standards are maintained.
• To undertake administration, data processing and clinical audit when required.
• The post holder will develop the knowledge and skills to deliver individual
patient care to the standards defined by the OUH protocols and policies.
• To have a working knowledge of computer systems and programmes.
• To maintain their own professional development (CPD) under the supervision
of an Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist within the department (mentor).
• Any other duties at the request of the Head of Department or Directorate
Manager.

Working in a friendly, modern environment you'll carry out ophthalmic technical and imaging procedures including OCT, fundus photography, corneal topography, spectacle focimetry, visual field testing, visual acuity assessment, intraocular pressure testing and pupil dilatation. Applicants must have previous experience with Humphrey visual field (HVF) testing and/or ophthalmic imaging procedures. They should have a basic understanding of human anatomy and be willing to develop their theoretical and practical knowledge. Candidates will be expected to be comfortable working with people and have excellent communication skills. They should be computer literate and be familiar with database management. Applicants should be prepared to undertake the Certificate of Higher Education in OCT Capture.,
• Good level of Education
• Previous experience with HVF testing and/or ophthalmic imaging
• Willingness to undertake OCT capture course
Desirable criteria
• Knowledge of Ophthalmology procedures and practice
  
  Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence., Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.