Job overview
Due to a service redesign to increase diagnostic capacity in Ophthalmology services across Staffordshire and Derbyshire localities, we are looking to significantly expand our team of Diagnostic Ophthalmic Technicians (DOT's) to support with the implementation of new diagnostic lanes.
These diagnostic lanes will provide the throughput needed to meet the current and future demand in Ophthalmology with this model creating a sustainable service which safely manages the increasing demand in Ophthalmology.
An exciting opportunity has therefore arisen for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our Diagnostic Ophthalmic team to provide high quality Ophthalmic diagnostic assessments across the Derbyshire and Staffordshire areas.
This vacancy will be based at Royal Derby Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Clinical duties to be undertaken across the UHDB Trust sites include:
- Optical Coherance Tomography of the Optic nerve and Retinal nerve fibre layer. - Optical Coherence Tomography of the Retina and Macula. - Static perimetry using the Humphrey Visual Field analyser. - Fundus photography. - Focimetry and transposition. - Intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements using non-contact tonometry (e.g. iCare tonometer). - Biometry - with appropriate training and competency assessments, on a clinical need basis (site dependent). - Visual Acuity assessment
The successful candidates will also provide training to less experienced Diagnostic Ophthalmic Technicians and will assess their competencies in line with departmental guidelines and the appropriate care certificate modules.
Administrative duties will be undertaken as required at the request of the Lead DOT and Orthoptic staff. Closing date of applications: 15 July 2026
Interview date: 29 July 2026
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
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Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Person specification
Additional skills
Essential
- Ability to organize and prioritise own workload and manage own time
- Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
Desirable
- Transportation - Car owner/driver (due to need to travel between Trust sites)
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Broad range of clinical experience including OCT assessments, visual field testing, focimetry and photography
Desirable
- Experience using Trust based IT systems patient administrative systems Meditech V6, and Medisec
- Competent in and experience of performing Biometry using the IOL Master, A scan and Keratometer, Visual Acuity assessment (using LogMAR), Non-Contact Intraocular Pressure measurement
Education, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE’s to include Math’s, English and Science at grades A-C or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Evidence of further study
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This advert is for Diagnostic Ophthalmic Technician with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust in Derby, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 15 Jul 2026.
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