Healthcare Technician ​/ Optical Assistant

Healthcare Technician / Optical Assistant

Location: Guildford GU2

Contract Type: Bank

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading private eye care provider for a Bank Healthcare Technician in Guildford GU2
. This is a bank role offering flexible shifts within a modern, patient-focused ophthalmology clinic and paying up to £16/hr depending on experience.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Optical Assistant or Healthcare Technician who is looking to develop within specialist eye care. You will work alongside an experienced multi-disciplinary team, supporting high-quality patient care across diagnostics, theatre support, pre-assessment and post-operative pathways.

As part of the clinical team, you will support patients throughout their eye care journey, including diagnostic testing, pre-assessment, surgery days and post-operative care. The role is based within a specialist ophthalmology setting, supporting patients across areas such as cataract surgery, glaucoma, refractive treatment and medical retina.

• Support the delivery of high-quality patient care throughout the patient journey
• Carry out or assist with ophthalmic diagnostic tests such as OCT, Visual Fields, VA, IOP and Biometry
• Support patients before and after procedures
• Assist clinical teams with room preparation, equipment and documentation
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Follow infection prevention, safety and clinical governance procedures
• Provide a calm, professional and caring experience for patients

• Previous experience as a Optical Assistant , healthcare technician or similar but not Domicilary Care
• A minimum of 1 year's experience in a hospital, clinic, theatre, outpatient or healthcare setting
• Ophthalmology experience would be an advantage but is not essential
• Basic Life Support competency
• Good IT and communication skills
• A caring, organised and professional approach
• Flexibility to work bank shifts when required

This is a great opportunity to join a specialist private healthcare environment and develop experience within ophthalmology.