Nursing Associate/Ophthalmic Technician

Nursing Associate/Ophthalmic Technician Private Clinic – Harley Street £26,000 – £28,000 Full time – Permanent King Healthcare are currently assisting a leading Ophthalmic Private Clinic on Harley Street in their search for a Nursing Associate/Ophthalmic Technician. This is a really unique role where you will be hybrid between assisting with clinical duties and supporting the Ophthalmic Technician team with diagnostic testing. The Role This position will be split into main areas including providing Clinical support as your Nursing Assistant duties and Diagnostic support in your Ophthalmic Technician duties. You’ll act as a runner in the Operating Room, assisting with stock preparation, patient transfers and theatre logistics. Support nurses with administrative duties including patient notes, ordering and maintaining clinical supplies. Prepare and chaperone patients for laser refractive and intraocular surgeries. Assist with post-operative checks and follow-up care appointments. Administer pre-approved eye drops and medication under supervision and in line with local protocols. Provide information to patients regarding post-op instructions (following approved scripts/checklists). Escalate any clinical queries or concerns appropriately to registered staff. Perform diagnostic tests such as OCT, visual fields, topography, tonometry, and fundus photography (full training provided). Ensure accurate data entry and imaging capture for clinician review. Prepare equipment and testing rooms before and after patient use. Support the flow of patients through the diagnostic process The Candidate The ideal applicant for this role will have a minimum of 1 year experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or Clinical Support role within Ophthalmics. You will need to have an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) and previous experience within Ophthalmology or Diagnostic Testing would be a distinct advantage. Salary and Benefits The salary on offer for this position is between £26,000 – £28,000 dependent on experience. In addition are several benefits including a generous annual leave allowance, private health cover, private pension scheme, employee discounts etc. Contact Information For more information, please visit the King Healthcare website and speak with Adam at King Healthcare on 07814710206. Alternatively, please send a detailed copy of your CV toadam@kinghealthcare.co.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr