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Prif leoliad
Ophthalmic Technician
Gradd
Band 3
Contract
Parhaol
Oriau
Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos (4 days over a 7 day period. Bank holiday and weekend working expected)
Cyfeirnod y swydd
387-S-6107-LH
Cyflogwr
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
Math o gyflogwr
NHS
Gwefan
Bristol Eye Hospital
Tref
Bristol
Cyflog
£22,816 - £24,336 pro rata
Cyfnod cyflog
Yn flynyddol
Yn cau
21/05/2024 08:00
Dyddiad y cyfweliad
24/05/2024

Teitl cyflogwr

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust logo

Ophthalmic Technician

Band 3

As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

Click on this link to find out about our values https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/p/about-us/our-trust-values

Trosolwg o'r swydd

As an Ophthalmic Technician you will support the Accident and Emergency Department at the Bristol Eye Hospital with essential diagnostic tests and patient care. 

This will involve performing visual acuities, checking ocular pressure, performing Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and Humphrey Visual Field (HVF) testing along with providing general personal care and support of the patient.

You will receive full training to be able to provide all of the diagnostic checks required.

The department is open 7 days a week, every day of the year.  You will therefore be expected to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis. 

This advert may close early if we get a sufficient number of applications.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

Following appropriate training and assessment you will be performing the following clinical care duties (this list is not exhaustive and will change with the service in line with developing competency frameworks): - 

  • An ability to understand and undertake all clinical duties carried out by Ophthalmic Technicians. 
  • Humphrey Visual Field testing
  • Optical Coherence Tomography 
  • Blood Pressure Monitoring 
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Phlebotomy 
  • Irrigation
  • ECG recording
  • Conjunctival swabs

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Swydd ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Manyleb y person

Qualifications and Training

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Extensive experience of ophthalmic care or at least 5 GCSEs to grade c or above including English, Maths and one other science subject
  • Extensive experience of ophthalmic care or at least 1 A level in a science subject grade C or above
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Undergraduate qualification or relevant experience

Skills and Abilities

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Computer literate
  • Ability to communicate with people at different levels
  • Professional attitude to work
  • Good communication skills

Aptitudes

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Methodical and reliable, with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Can demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach to work with a willingness to learn and develop role
  • Capacity to adapt to changes and working practices quickly
  • Self-motivated, enthusiastic and approachable
  • Exhibit diplomacy and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with people of all levels and background
  • Professional in appearance and approach

Knowledge and Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • Proven experience of dealing with the public
  • Understanding of confidentiality issues
Meini prawf dymunol
  • Working knowledge of NHS procedures
  • Knowledge of Health & safety Issues

Bathodynnau ardystio / achredu cyflogwyr

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Gofynion ymgeisio

Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.

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Enw
Rebecca Bride
Teitl y swydd
Sister
Cyfeiriad ebost
[email protected]
Rhif ffôn
07818585141
Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais
Sister/Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner 
Accident & Emergency Department 
Bristol Eye Hospital
Lower Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS1 2LX 
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