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Optegra has an exciting new opportunity for an Laser Technician to join our amazing eye hospital in Central London. Laser experience in a Ophthalmology theatre setting is desired for this role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and developing business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training programs. As part of a multi-disciplinary team with an emphasis on quality patient care, ensure a comprehensive level of care provision to all ophthalmic patients, their relatives or carers, across clinical and some administrative disciplines. Work alongside other clinical team members and optometrists for outpatient consultations and pre assessment of patients. Accountable for the smooth operations of laser surgery on site.
Job Responsibility:
Maintain documentation of laser machines, servicing included
Buddy with new staff during their induction period
Working with external and internal key stakeholders, on stock taking and ordering of lens
Planning and coordination of patient files for laser surgery
Hold accountability for the delivery of high quality patient care throughout their visit to Optegra
Work closely with clinical and patient services staff to ensure the smooth running of operating lists
Completing diagnostic testing on patients in clinic, including Biometry, OCT, A-Scan, Visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP, Topography, etc
Actively support and assist patients on surgery days ensuring effective communication
Handling patient enquiries effectively, by means of referral to a medical practitioner if necessary, and providing service excellence
Provide basic advice on health promotion, with particular reference to ophthalmic surgery
Provide pre and post-operative care, within level of competence, to patients
Be aware and sensitive to patients’ and relatives’ needs and adopt an empathetic and personal approach at all times
Organise notes and hospital lists to ensure smooth running of hospital schedules, using the ERM system or manual records as appropriate
Preparation of consulting/examination/treatment rooms throughout the day ensuring rooms are tidy, stocked with appropriate equipment, stationery etc
Offer non-clinical advice regarding appointments and tests
Effective day to day management of the diagnostic equipment, including scheduling of patients and back up of diagnostic information
Patient data management, ensuring efficient operation of the equipment including any transfer of files between computers
Cleaning, preparing and assembling of associated surgical equipment prior to and during treatment, in line with CQC guidelines and company protocols
Opening up and closing down of all consulting rooms and diagnostic rooms ensuring all equipment is clean and operational reporting any faults in equipment
Work with all staff to ensure an awareness of the uses, safety precautions and handling of equipment within the clinical areas
Ensure correct storage of all equipment, taking responsibility to report any concerns to the appropriate manager
Support the whole patient pathway including working in the operating theatre, Outpatient and ward
To assist in the control of cross infection by working to the Hospital policy regarding Uniform Policy, the maintenance of a clean working environment, decontamination and sterilisation procedures
To follow correct procedures for documenting and reporting any accident or incident
To assist with suppliers to ensure relevant levels of stock are available so surgery can be performed without delay
Requirements:
Laser experience in a Ophthalmology theatre setting is desired
Able to build and maintain exceptional relationships with colleagues and customers
Consistent professional attitude demonstrated to all colleagues and customers
Adaptable with changes and flexible with activities of the service needs
What we offer:
Pension
33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
Private Health
Generous matched pension contributions
Flexible working and SMART working schemes
Funded training and development
Celebrating your anniversaries
Annual STAR awards
Blue Light Card (amazing discounts online and on the high street)
Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing