Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be joining a team of around 28 imagers, who carry out a wide range of imaging techniques in support of the eye unit clinics. Candidates should be enthusiastic and be prepared to work in a busy environment with a flexible approach to working hours, as some evening and weekend working will be included. We also support clinics at peripheral sites, including Lymington hospital, so some off site working will be required. Some degree of management and teaching input will be expected as part of the position.

UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.

1. Responsible for the delivery of specialised clinical diagnostic imaging procedures, which meet the highest possible standards with a very high degree of reproducibility.2. Carry out Visual Acuity Assessment, measure Intra-Ocular pressure, instil eye drops as needed and assist clinicians in running laser lists.3. Conduct testing of patients Visual fields for diagnosis and treatment using the Humphrey visual field analyser.4. Complete imaging of patients Retina, Optic Discs, Corneas using a variety of equipment including, Fundus camera and software programmes for retinal photography.5. Manage own imaging workload workflow including allocation of tasks and prioritisation of workload, to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the imaging service6. Identify the required test and, depending on patient performance, decide to repeat or abandon procedure.7. Use image manipulation and graphics software to optimise image acquisition.8. Monitoring of equipment levels and equipment performance, reporting and ordering supplies, ordering and liaising with manufactures as to service and repair.9. To undertake critical analysis of new equipment and report back to the Head of department or other staff.10. The keeping of records and statistics and the updating of a computer database, reporting results and trends to Head of Ophthalmic Imaging.

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be joining a team of around 28 imagers, who carry out a wide range of imaging techniques in support of the eye unit clinics. Candidates should be enthusiastic and be prepared to work in a busy environment with a flexible approach to working hours, as some evening and weekend working will be included. We also support clinics at peripheral sites, including Lymington hospital, so some off site working will be required. Some degree of management and teaching input will be expected as part of the position.

UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.

1. Responsible for the delivery of specialised clinical diagnostic imaging procedures, which meet the highest possible standards with a very high degree of reproducibility.2. Carry out Visual Acuity Assessment, measure Intra-Ocular pressure, instil eye drops as needed and assist clinicians in running laser lists.3. Conduct testing of patients Visual fields for diagnosis and treatment using the Humphrey visual field analyser.4. Complete imaging of patients Retina, Optic Discs, Corneas using a variety of equipment including, Fundus camera and software programmes for retinal photography.5. Manage own imaging workload workflow including allocation of tasks and prioritisation of workload, to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the imaging service6. Identify the required test and, depending on patient performance, decide to repeat or abandon procedure.7. Use image manipulation and graphics software to optimise image acquisition.8. Monitoring of equipment levels and equipment performance, reporting and ordering supplies, ordering and liaising with manufactures as to service and repair.9. To undertake critical analysis of new equipment and report back to the Head of department or other staff.10. The keeping of records and statistics and the updating of a computer database, reporting results and trends to Head of Ophthalmic Imaging.

Person Specification

Trust Values

Essential

• Patients first
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Communication
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Change management
• Data entry
• Interpersonal skills
• General IT skills
• Organisational skills
• People management

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Science A Level or equivalent experience
• Experience of working within Ophthalmic imaging or relevant field to Level 4 Diploma equivalent
• A detailed understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the eye and a sound knowledge of ophthalmic conditions
• Detailed knowledge of the Visual pathway and how it relates to visual fields defects in different pathologies
• Competent in the use of Humphrey visual field analyser
• Should be proficient, certificated and confident in the imaging of patient's Retina, Optic Discs, Corneas using a variety of equipment including, Fundus camera and software programmes for retinal photography.
• Good, clear communication in order to explain tests to patients who may be hard of hearing or where there are barriers to understanding.
• Methodical approach to tasks as intense concentration for long periods of time is required
• Excellent hand/eye dexterity to be able to make fine adjustments to imaging equipment / apparatus
• Work under pressure to achieve defined goals/targets
• Able to assist patients in wheelchairs in confined spaces
• Ability to perform various imagery in dimly lit and dark environments
• Good level of corrected vision to enable the determination of whether an image is clear and sharply focussed

Desirable

• Competent to use Octopus Perimeter.
• Management Experience
• The ability to build and maintain good working relationships with hospital staff at all levels.
• Teaching experience
• Experience of using image manipulation and graphics software

Trust Values

Essential

• Patients first
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Skills and competencies

Essential

• Communication
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Change management
• Data entry
• Interpersonal skills
• General IT skills
• Organisational skills
• People management

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Science A Level or equivalent experience
• Experience of working within Ophthalmic imaging or relevant field to Level 4 Diploma equivalent
• A detailed understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the eye and a sound knowledge of ophthalmic conditions
• Detailed knowledge of the Visual pathway and how it relates to visual fields defects in different pathologies
• Competent in the use of Humphrey visual field analyser
• Should be proficient, certificated and confident in the imaging of patient's Retina, Optic Discs, Corneas using a variety of equipment including, Fundus camera and software programmes for retinal photography.
• Good, clear communication in order to explain tests to patients who may be hard of hearing or where there are barriers to understanding.
• Methodical approach to tasks as intense concentration for long periods of time is required
• Excellent hand/eye dexterity to be able to make fine adjustments to imaging equipment / apparatus
• Work under pressure to achieve defined goals/targets
• Able to assist patients in wheelchairs in confined spaces
• Ability to perform various imagery in dimly lit and dark environments
• Good level of corrected vision to enable the determination of whether an image is clear and sharply focussed

Desirable

• Competent to use Octopus Perimeter.
• Management Experience
• The ability to build and maintain good working relationships with hospital staff at all levels.
• Teaching experience
• Experience of using image manipulation and graphics software

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)