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Job summary

Main area
CDC Ophthalmology
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 3
Contract
Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity Cover)
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Working could be Monday to Saturday depending on rota)
Job ref
391-RFL-7448945
Employer
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Finchley Memorial Hospital and Wood Green dignostics centre
Town
London
Salary
£29,651 - £31,312 Per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
25/09/2025 23:59

Employer heading

NHS

Band 3 Ophthalmic Technician

NHS AfC: Band 3

Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community.  This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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Job overview

12 Months Fixed Term Maternity cover - The post holder will play a key role in supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and efficient ophthalmic diagnostic services at Finchley Memorial Hospital and Wood green Diagnostic Centre. Working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, the role involves carrying out a range of ophthalmic clinical assessments to support patient care and clinical decision-making.

The post holder will perform specific diagnostic investigations including the measurement of visual acuity, intraocular pressure, visual fields, ophthalmic imaging, and optical coherence tomography (OCT) testing. Patients will primarily be seen in a diagnostic clinic setting. Training will be provided, however, a basic understanding of ophthalmic terminology and patient history-taking is required. 

This is a Monday to Saturday service operating on a pro rota basis. The successful post holder may be scheduled to work at either Finchley Memorial Hospital or Wood Green Diagnostic Hub on any day between Monday and Saturday, according to the service rota and operational requirements.

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

  • Undertake ophthalmic diagnostic tests including visual acuity, intraocular pressure measurement, visual fields, OCT scans, and ophthalmic imaging.

    Provide clear instructions and reassurance to patients, adapting communication for individual needs.

    Record and update patient information accurately on electronic systems (e.g., Cerner / MediSIGHT).

    Maintain and clean diagnostic equipment, reporting faults as required.

    Support smooth clinic flow, including patient preparation and assistance where needed.

    Adhere to infection control, confidentiality, and health and safety policies at all times.

    Participate in training, audit, and teaching of junior staff and students when appropriate.

    Work collaboratively with the diagnostic hub team to deliver high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care

    Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Working for our organisation

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

 

Person specification

Essential

Essential criteria
  • Previous customer/patient facing role experience
Desirable criteria
  • Previous ophthalmic setting experience

Essential

Essential criteria
  • Good general education
Desirable criteria
  • Commitment to personal development

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Fahad Maqbool
Job title
Senior Ophthalmic Science Practitioner
Email address
[email protected]
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