Band 4 Ophthalmic Technicians

Job description

Band 4 Ophthalmic Technician

Location: North Wales, South Wales and Midlands

Dates: ASAP until the end of March, potential to extend

Shift Days: Weekends

Pay: £350-£425 per day

Make a Difference

ID Medical Insourcing provider is recruiting experienced Ophthalmic Technicians to support high-volume insourced ophthalmology outpatient clinics within NHS Trusts. This role is ideal for technicians who are confident, adaptable, and experienced in delivering accurate diagnostics at pace while maintaining excellent patient care.

You will be a key part of reducing NHS waiting lists by supporting fast, efficient, and safe clinic delivery.

Who We’re Looking For

We are recruiting specialists from the following professional backgrounds:

• Band 4 Ophthalmic Technician
• Band 5 Pre-Operative Assessment Nurse
• Band 5 Outpatient Nurse
• Band 5 Ward Nurse
• Band 5 Theatre Nurse
• Band 6 Nurse in Charge

Requirements:

• Ophthalmic technician qualification or training
• Previous experience as an Ophthalmic Technician in Cataract, Glaucoma, Retina or Oculoplastic
• Competence in core ophthalmic diagnostics
• Ability to work efficiently in high-throughput clinics
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Flexibility to work across multiple sites, including weekends/evenings

What We Offer

• Competitive insourcing rates
• Flexible working
• Opportunity to work across multiple NHS Trusts
• Supportive clinical leadership and governance
• Contribution to reducing patient waiting times

Role Overview

• Perform diagnostic tests including: Visual acuity testing (Snellen/LogMAR), Intraocular pressure measurement (iCare/non-contact tonometry), Visual field testing, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Fundus photography and retinal imaging, Pentacam, Autorefraction, Biometry scans with the use of IOL 700/500 and A- scan machines
• Prepare patients for ophthalmic assessment and investigations
• Recognise abnormal findings and escalate promptly to clinical staff
• Taking patient’s vital signs (BP, BSL, PR and Temperature)
• Prepare patients for ophthalmic assessment and investigations
• Recognise abnormal findings and escalate promptly to clinical staff
• Taking patient’s vital signs (BP, BSL, PR and Temperature)
• Explain procedures clearly and reassure patients
• Support patients with visual impairment, anxiety, or additional needs
• Maintain dignity, confidentiality, and a professional manner at all times.

Apply now to join our team

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wales

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

14-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English