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Optegra has an exciting opportunity for a Rapid Response Healthcare Technician to join our highly skilled and dedicated regional clinical team. This is a full-time, permanent position supporting three hospitals across the region: Bradford, Bowcliffe Hall and York. The role requires a high level of flexibility and responsiveness, with travel required at a very short notice, either the evening before or on the morning of your shift. As part of the Rapid Response Team, you will not be allocated to a fixed rota. Instead, you will provide vital support across the region, helping teams manage staffing shortages and maintain exceptional patient care standards where support is needed most.
Job Responsibility
Ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care throughout their visit to Optegra
Perform diagnostic testing on patients, including Biometry, OCT, A-Scan, Visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP, and Topography
Support patients on surgery days, providing pre- and post-operative care and ensuring effective communication
Demonstrate empathy and sensitivity when addressing patients’ and their relatives’ concerns, ensuring a person centred approach
Provide basic health promotion advice related to ophthalmic surgery
Assist in the operating theatre, supporting the entire patient pathway
To support the control of cross-infection by adhering to the Hospital's Uniform Policy, maintaining a clean working environment, and following decontamination and sterilization procedures in accordance with the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policy
Requirements
NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent
Experience of working in a healthcare environment or ophthalmic sector
Basic Life Support competent
Highly organised, with clear forward planning and ability to flex according to patients needs
Attention to details and ability to work under pressure
What we offer
Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays £33,120 plus travel expenses
Generous matched pension contributions
33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
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