Ophthalmic Nurse Fixed Term
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Job Location:
Shropshire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Ophthalmic Nurse (Admission/Discharge Nurse)
Who are we
Newmedica are one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England providing
outpatients appointments diagnostic testing and eye surgery. We aim to change lives through
better sight and eye health.
We care for thousands of NHS and private patients a year in our specialist eye clinics across the
country.
We are thrilled to say that following an independently conducted survey of Newmedica colleagues
to tell us what its like to work here we have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year running. The feedback has directly contributed to Newmedica being listed among the UKs top
50 Best Workplaces for 2025.
Role overview
We are looking for a new Ophthalmic Nurse to join our Shrewsbury site. This will be 19 hours over 2 days
per week including some weekend work. This is a fixed term contract for one year.
Our Ophthalmic Nurses ensure a safe and efficient in our services supporting outpatients through
their clinical and theatre journeys.
Youll manage the pre-operative patient process by performing a range of clinical assessments and
getting the patients ready for surgery. The thought of eye surgery can be a daunting prospect for
patients to deal with particularly just before going into theatre so our Ophthalmic Nurses need to
be empathetic and friendly and able to put patients at ease and help them feel comfortable whist
they are being prepared.
Youll care for our post operative patients by helping them relax whilst you explain the next steps
and medication details clearly explaining what they can expect and what any possible side effects
can be.
Our services are busy we can typically see 18-22 patients a day in our high-volume cataract surgery
provision so youll thrive working in an efficient and fast paced environment.
You can also be supporting the consultant in outpatient clinics undertaking diagnostic testing as
required. Youll be maintaining accurate patient records and in all you do youll ensure the highest
standards are met in terms of patient safety confidentiality clinical compliance and hygiene levels.
What skills and experience do I need
You need to be a fully qualified Registered Nurse and need a current registration with the NMC.
In an ideal world you will already have ophthalmic experience in an admission and discharge
capacity.
The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of Biometry/Corneal Topography/ OCT/ FFA/ IOP
along with skills conducting diagnostic assessments in Visual Acuity/ IOP checks either
Tonopen/Goldman Tonometer Visual Fields/ Pachymetry/ Slit Lamp Skills.
Alongside the mandatory qualifications the following things will be advantageous:
Previous hospital eye service or private eye clinic experience
Knowledge of clinical practice and aware of current developments in Optometry
Capable of working in a fast paced high-volume clinical setting
The training and coaching of others
The desire for and commitment to continuous professional development
A competent user of computer systems and programmes
An excellent grasp of the English language both verbally and in written format
A good team player happy to jump in and support others when required
What were offering
A salary of from 32000 (pro rata)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
A company pension scheme
Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests discounted or free glasses a free 24/7
well-being/counselling/advice service and a retail/technology discount scheme.
An environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of
various learning tools and courses.
Working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our
patients
A bright spacious and modern working environment built to the highest standards
If you would like an informal chat about the opportunity or to request a job description please
contact
Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants
must have the right to work in the UK and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in
the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
At Newmedica we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities and we are committed to this
in both the running of our services and how we recruit our staff. We actively encourage applications
from everyone with the essential requirements of the job regardless of any protected
characteristics.
Newmedica is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all people irrespective of gender age
disability sexual orientation race language religion ethnic or social origin.
Required Experience:
IC
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- Hospital Experience
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About Company
Newmedica offer a range of Private and NHS eye health care treatments, specialising in expert cataract surgery. With 40 locations, we're on hand to help.
