Ophthalmic Technician

Contribute to service improvement initiatives and support the delivery of exceptional patient care.

An Ophthalmic Technician plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality ophthalmic services by undertaking a range of diagnostic tests and clinical assessments to assist in the diagnosis, monitoring and management of eye conditions. The postholder will perform procedures such as visual acuity testing, visual field analysis, OCT imaging, fundus photography and intraocular pressure measurement, ensuring accurate recording of results within electronic patient record systems. Working closely with ophthalmologists, optometrists and the wider multidisciplinary team, they will provide professional and compassionate care, explain procedures to patients, maintain patient confidentiality, and adhere to infection prevention and clinical governance standards. The role requires excellent communication, organisational and technical skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads, follow clinical protocols, and contribute to a safe, efficient and patient-centred ophthalmology service.

What we are

offering

25 days annual leave plus bank

holidays (plus an additional day for your Birthday)

Weekend working enhancement

payments

A discretionary bonus scheme

A local sickness policy

A company pension scheme

Access to a range of benefits

including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 wellbeing,

counselling and advice service, and a retail discount scheme.

A cycle to work scheme

completion of one years service)

An environment where your learning

and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and

courses

Working with a friendly

multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients

A bright, spacious and modern

working environment, built to the highest standards

Newmedica are one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England, providing outpatients appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. We aim to change lives through better sight and eye health.

We care for thousands of NHS and private patients a year in our specialist eye clinics across the country.

We are thrilled to say that, following an independently conducted survey of Newmedica colleagues, we have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the fourth-year running. This feedback has directly contributed to Newmedica being listed among the UKs top 50 Best Workplaces for 2026.

Please note, Teesside Newmedica Ltd do not hold a Sponsorship Licence.

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