Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Healthcare Technician or HCA (Band 3) with ward or theatre experience, ideally gained in Ophthalmology, to join our amazing and supportive team in our in our prestige private Guildford Eye Hospital. This is a great opportunity to join a growing and developing business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training programs.
Company Overview
Optegra is a world leader in specialist eye care, we take pride in knowing our patients are at the heart of all we do and can live better lives because of the treatments we provide.
There has never been a better time to join Optegra, as a provider of specialist eye care. Find out what it’s like to work at Optegra by watching the following video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2-QblLUYzM
Benefits
We are rated as a ‘great place to work’ and here are some of our amazing benefits:
– Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays up to £30,000 dependent on experience
– Generous matched pension contributions
– 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
– Flexible working and SMART working schemes – because we believe in work life balance
– Funded training and development – because we believe in our people
– Celebrating your anniversaries – because we value loyalty and commitment
– Annual STAR awards
– Blue Light Card (amazing discounts online and on the high street)
– Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
– Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing
– Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
– Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
The Role
As part of a multi-disciplinary team with an emphasis on quality patient care, ensure a comprehensive level of care provision to all ophthalmic patients, their relatives, or carers, across clinical and some administrative disciplines.
Work alongside other clinical team members and optometrists for outpatient consultations and pre assessment of patients.
Key responsibilities:
Hold accountability for the delivery of high quality patient care throughout their visit to Optegra.
Work closely with clinical and patient services staff to ensure the smooth running of operating lists.
Completing diagnostic testing on patients in clinic, including Biometry, OCT, AScan, Visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP, Topography.
Actively support and assist patients on surgery days ensuring effective communication.
Handling patient enquiries effectively, by means of referral to a medical practitioner if necessary and providing service excellence.
Provide basic advice on health promotion, with particular reference to ophthalmic surgery.
Provide pre and postoperative care, within level of competence, to patients.
Requirements
NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent
Experience of working in a healthcare environment or ophthalmic sector
Basic Life Support competent
Highly organised, with clear forward planning and ability to flex according to patients needs
Attention to details and ability to work under pressure
If this sounds like you, please get in touch with us by applying for the role.
You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door – and you’ll have every opportunity to really make a difference. Take a look at our history and vision by clicking the following link: https://www.optegra.com/optegra-story/
Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.
Closing date: Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.
