Ophthalmic Imaging Technician

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a continuously developing and growing ophthalmology department at the Luton and Dunstable Hospital as an Ophthalmic Imaging Technician. The department is equipped with the latest high-quality imaging devices and utilises the mediSIGHT EPR system, integrating and networking our diagnostic equipment to enhance patient care.

The post holder will support the delivery of high-quality ophthalmic imaging services, capturing diagnostic images using specialised equipment to aid in the detection, diagnosis, and monitoring of eye conditions.

Main duties of the job

Provide high-quality OCT imaging tests to assist in the diagnosis and monitoring of various ocular conditions.

Conduct visual acuity assessments to evaluate patients’ eyesight using standardised testing protocols.

Perform Humphrey visual field tests to assess peripheral vision and detect visual field defects.

Operate and record measurements using auto-refractors to determine objective refractive errors.

Measure intraocular pressure (IOP) using ORA G3.

Work flexibly across the main hospital site and community-based diagnostic clinics.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Provide optical coherence imaging at the main site including the Trust’s outreach clinics and private patient’s clinics. There may be an occasional requirement of providing support out of normal working hours.

Provide testing for visual acuity, Humphrey visual field, auto refractor, intraocular pressure. This will require:

a. Good communication skills to facilitate transfer of complex information to patients regarding ophthalmic testing including negotiation, motivational and persuasive skills as patient co-operation is needed for high quality results(especially when there are barriers to understanding e.g. for children undergoing imaging or language difficulties in adults).

b. Well-developed physical skills (manual dexterity) to fulfil duties. These are needed to capture high quality images during optical coherence imaging.

• c. To undertake focimetry (automated) to ensure accuracy of visual field testing. d. Adjust the OCT setting appropriately and trouble shoots any camera/hardware issues that arise before reporting any problems according to Trust procedure. e. Be competent in the use of software systems (e.g.  IPM, Zeiss, Heidelberg) to enable smooth running of the clinics and accurate patient care. f. Responsibility for the safe use of expensive and highly complex imaging equipment

Follow established departmental policies for imaging techniques and be guided by standard operating procedures and good practice when performing imaging tasks but refer to Medical Retina Consultants or other members of the team for reference.

Continuously review work to maintain and improve quality of imaging performed.

Identify the knowledge and skills needed for successful personal development.

There is a frequent requirement for sitting in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working time whilst performing imaging task.

Provide and encourage the completion of the patient questionnaire feedback form

Carry out simple maintenance of equipment.