Ophthalmic Nurse - Fixed Term in Shrewsbury

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 have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year running.

We are looking for a new Ophthalmic Nurse to join our Shrewsbury site. This will be 19 hours over 2 days per week including some weekend work. This is a fixed term contract for one year. Our Ophthalmic Nurses ensure a safe and efficient service, supporting outpatients through their clinical and theatre journeys.

You’ll manage the pre-operative patient process by performing a range of clinical assessments and getting the patients ready for surgery. The thought of eye surgery can be a daunting prospect for patients, so our Ophthalmic Nurses need to be empathetic and friendly, able to put patients at ease and help them feel comfortable whilst they are being prepared. You’ll care for our post-operative patients by helping them relax whilst you explain the next steps and medication details, clearly explaining what they can expect and what any possible side effects can be.

Our services are busy, typically seeing 18-22 patients a day in our high-volume cataract surgery provision, so you’ll thrive working in an efficient and fast-paced environment. You can also support the consultant in outpatient clinics, undertaking diagnostic testing as required. You’ll maintain accurate patient records and ensure the highest standards are met in terms of patient safety, confidentiality, clinical compliance and hygiene levels.

What skills and experience do I need?

• You need to be a fully qualified Registered Nurse with current registration with the NMC.
• Ophthalmic experience in an admission and discharge capacity is ideal.
• Working knowledge of Biometry/Corneal Topography/OCT/FFA/IOP along with skills conducting diagnostic assessments in Visual Acuity/IOP checks either Tonopen/Goldman Tonometer Visual Fields/Pachymetry/Slit Lamp Skills.
• Previous hospital eye service or private eye clinic experience.
• Knowledge of clinical practice and awareness of current developments in Optometry.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced, high-volume clinical setting.
• The training and coaching of others.
• Desire for and commitment to continuous professional development.
• Competent user of computer systems and programmes.
• Excellent grasp of the English language both verbally and in written format.
• Good team player – happy to jump in and support others when required.

What we’re offering:

• A salary from £32,000 (pro rata).
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• A company pension scheme.
• Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 well-being/counselling/advice service and a retail/technology discount scheme.
• An environment where your learning and development is supported through 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.

If you would like an informal chat about the opportunity or to request a job description, please contact harriet.barnbrook@newmedica.co.uk.

Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

At Newmedica, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities, and we are committed to this in both the running of our services and how we recruit our staff. We actively encourage applications from everyone with the essential requirements of the job, regardless of any protected characteristics. Newmedica is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all people, irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, language, religion, ethnic or social origin.