Ophthalmic Imaging Technician

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., 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!

Trust Information Pack

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme.
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
• 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.