Ophthalmic Imaging Technician

Join #TeamSurgery at Milton Keynes University Hospital The surgery division at MKUH, which covers specialties including theatres and the Intensive Care Unit, offers a variety of roles and opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical. The division are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and forward-thinking professionals to join the team. MKUH is one of the leading hospitals in Europe for implementing robotics to assist in surgery, becoming the first in the continent to use the CMR Versius robot for gynaecological surgery. Since its introduction in 2019, the theatres team have completed over 500 surgical cases, the first hospital in the UK to reach this milestone, achieving this in March 2023. As well as being an innovator in robotics, the Trust is proud to be part of the New Hospital Programme, with plans to expand and increase our surgical capacity to meet the health needs of our communities now and in the future. With a leading benefits package, and a growing hospital estate to meet one of the fastest growing populations in the country, it is a great time to join MKUH. Find out more about working in #TeamSurgery at MKUH from the people who work across the division in the video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mYel-Y9nrU Communication and relationship skillsTo 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 skillsTo 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 careTo 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/trainingTo 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 developmentTo contribute to and present at the annual Optometry departmental Audit. Freedom to actAdhere to Trust policies and procedures. Please refer to the attached job description for further information