Ophthalmic Technician | Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,937 - £26,598 pa pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 January 2026 |
| Location: | Crewe, CW1 4QJ |
| Company: | Mid Cheshire Hospitals |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7638544/412-SC-7638544 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Ophthalmic Technician, to join our Imaging Team within a rapidly expanding and friendly Eye Care Centre at Mid Cheshire Hospitals FT.
We are currently looking for a self-motivated, pro-active individual with both excellent time management and organisational skills to join our team.
This role will be offered on a permanent basis at band 3 level AfC. Previous Ophthalmology experience is desirable however, developmental training will be provided for the post holder to become proficient in selected areas of ophthalmic imaging, such as Optical Coherence Tomography, Visual Fields, Corneal Topography and more.
As an Ophthalmic Technician, you will have the opportunity to enhance your education in all aspects of the profession, developing a wide range of ophthalmic photography skills and being supported to achieve competencies and recognised certificates.
The Trust comprises of two main hospitals: Leighton Hospital and Victoria Infirmary Northwich (VIN) with each site requiring skill and expertise to the highest level. Although your base working location will be Leighton Hospital, working at both sites is a vital requirement for the successful post holder and own transport is essential.
• Assist registered practitioners in the provision of ophthalmic diagnostic and therapy services
• Participate in the development of self and others
• Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients
• Perform subjective tests of visual function
• Perform objective assessments using ocular imaging
• Assist in ophthalmic diagnostic procedures
• Participate in the development of Healthcare Science Support Workers
• Provide administrative support to the Ophthalmic Diagnostic & Therapy services
• Undertake relevant qualifications
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the organisation which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, the Victoria Infirmary in Northwich and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford. The Trust was originally established as an NHS trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.
It employs approximately 3,200 members of staff and has around 540 hospital beds.
A range of services, including A&E, maternity, outpatients, therapies and children's health, are provided for people predominantly from the Crewe, Nantwich, Congleton, Middlewich and Northwich areas, although patients from other areas are also cared for.
In October 2005 the Trust opened a purpose-built NHS Treatment Centre, specialising in day surgery and diagnostics for a range of conditions. In 2008, the Trust supported the opening of a Macmillan Cancer Unit, one of the most modern in the country, which provides a range of cancer treatments and services for patients across Cheshire. Spring 2014 saw the opening of the new £22.8million state-of-the-art Operating Theatres and Critical Care facilities at Leighton Hospital.
Vision
To Deliver Excellence in Healthcare through Innovations and Collaboration.
Mission
To be a provider that;
• Delivers high quality, safe, cost-effective and sustainable healthcare services
• Provides a working environment that is underpinned by values and behaviours
• Is committed to patient-centred care
• Treats staff and patients with dignity and respect
Job responsibilities
Clinical
• Measure vision and visual acuity for distance & near as appropriate using Snellen or LogMAR charts
• Perform autorefraction
• Measure spectacle prescriptions using automated & manual focimeters
• Perform visual field examination using the Humphrey Visual Field Analyser
• Perform rebound/automated tonometry
• Perform OCT and colour retinal imaging
• Perform Pentacam corneal topography
• Accurately & legibly record test results in patient casenotes / ophthalmic database
• Seek guidance from a senior member of staff when clinical results necessitate
• Instil dilating eye drops in accordance with protocols
• Manage own clinical workload
• Participate in the development of Healthcare Science Support Workers
• Ensure a safe working environment, reporting any risks or equipment faults to the relevant Speciality Lead
• Monitor stock levels of consumables
• Undertake other administrative duties as specified by the Speciality Leads / Manager
• Deliver reliable, effective customer service and contribute to its improvement
This advert closes on Friday 9 Jan 2026