Ophthalmic Imaging Technician | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Ophthalmic Imaging Technician

Optometry, Eye Clinic, Community Diagnostic Centre, Lloyds Court, Central Milton Keynes

Band 4 £28,392 - £31,157 per annum pro rata if part time

Fixed term until 24 May 2027

Hours

37.5 per week , all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

The eye clinic is a friendly environment where multi-professional working is encouraged. At Lloyds Court Community Diagnostic Centre, our Optometry department consisting of 7 Optometrists and 15 Ophthalmic Technicians provides invaluable support to the wider medical team within the busy outpatient eye clinic.

We are looking to recruit a part-time enthusiastic Ophthalmic Imaging Technician to cover a maternity leave post. The candidate will have excellent communication skills and provide clinical testing of visual fields, ophthalmic photography, and Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT). We are actively involved in teaching and clinical audit. Previous experience in diagnostic Optometry / Ophthalmology work is essential with this post. This role would suit a hospital based Ophthalmic Technician, or a community-based Optical Assistant interested in gaining extended clinical skills.

Interview date

week commencing 29 June 2026

Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role

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To carry out Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) scans.

To carry out anterior segment imaging and fundus photography with the Optos widefield camera.

To undertake visual fields assessment using the Humphrey Visual Fields Analyser.

Testing and recording vision using a sight test chart – Snellen and LogMAR.

To undertake administrative and clerical duties as required.

To manage any working problems in the absence of the Lead Ophthalmic Technician e.g., cancelling clinics due to staff sickness / other unforeseen absences.

To liaise with IT and EBME to discuss any equipment problems and technical updates.

Liaise with external equipment providers to manage technical problems / updates on training.

Gather information for use in Audits and present this at the annual Optometry Department Audit.

Support other Ophthalmic Imaging Technician colleagues with personal development.

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Communication and relationship skills

To produce accurate and reliable results by carefully instructing and supervising patients. This requires good communication skills, particularly in situations where barriers exist such as loss of hearing, visual impairment, or other learning or physical disability.

Analytical skills

To perform OCT scanning and ocular photography using the automated Topcon OCT analyser and Optos widefield camera in accordance with Ophthalmology Departmental Protocols.

To perform Visual Fields assessment using the automated Humphrey Visual Fields Analyser in accordance with Ophthalmology Departmental Protocols.

Planning and organisation skills

To access and review previous patient notes within the electronic document management (EDM) system.

To use the hospital IT system (ECare) to check that the patient has an appropriate follow up appointment.

Responsibility – patient/client care

To ensure comprehensive, clear clinical written records are completed, and that these comply with Trust policy.

To bring to the attention of the Ophthalmologist responsible for management of the patient, any significant changes in scan / test images or visual acuity.

Responsibility – staff management/leadership/training

To undertake appropriate training in technical equipment under the supervision of the Lead Ophthalmic Imaging Technician, Head Optometrist and Clinical Ophthalmologist at Milton Keynes University Hospital.

To maintain technical competency in core areas and expand and develop expertise in new aspects and applications of medical imaging.

Duties in relation to information resources To comply with Trust Information Governance policy.

Responsibility – research and development

To contribute to and present at the annual Optometry departmental Audit.

Freedom to act

Adhere to Trust policies and procedures.

Please refer to the attached job description for further information

This advert closes on Thursday 11 Jun 2026