Optical Assistant

successful candidate will be closely involved with the contact lens service

here at CDDFT. They will support the

qualified Optometrist in managing both the administrative and clinical duties

involved with the contact lens service.

They will support with ordering and distribution of contact lenses,

receiving payments for the service and will clinically be involved with

supporting the Optometrist in preliminary testing and training patients in

how to insert and remove their contact lenses. They will be involved with our paediatric

service instilling eye drops and supporting our Orthoptists in ensuring

maximum uptake of appointments.

We are looking for an keen individual who is comfortable

with both clinical and administerial tasks.

You will need to work alongside our Orthoptic and Optometry teams

clinically and also manage administerial duties independently and so the successful candidate will require

both the ability to work within a team and on their own and have good

organisational skills to manage their workload. A significant part of the role

is with our paediatric service and so a good ability to build a rapport quickly

with children will be advantageous. Full on the job training will be provided for

all aspects of the role. You will be required to work across our trust sites

and so it is vital that you are able to meet the travel requirements of the

post.

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

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Special Requirements

Desirable: - Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance

Qualifications

Essential: - NVQ level 3; - GCSE or equivalent in English and Mathematics

Desirable: - Care Certificate or willingness to complete

Special Skills & Knowledge

Desirable: - Previous experience in Ophthalmology setting

Experience

Essential: - Computer skills; - Ability to learn new skills

Desirable: - Previous experience in caring for others