# Ophthalmic Nurse Injector

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Practice Plus Group.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Practice Plus Group
- **Location:** Croft Shifa Health Centre, Belfield Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 2UP, United Kingdom
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Nurse (adult and children)
- **Salary:** Negotiable
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full-time
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-30T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-09-01T16:37:43.529Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0314-26-2814
- **Application URL:** https://apply.practiceplusgroup.com/vacancies/14460/ophthalmic-nurse-injector.html
- **Employer website:** https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/

## Job Content

### Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR EVERY PATIENT

Were looking for a skilled and motivated Ophthalmic Nurse Injector to join our growing ophthalmology service.

This is a specialist role where youll work as a clinical expert within a multidisciplinary team, delivering highquality, patientcentred care to individuals undergoing treatment for agerelated macular degeneration and other retinal conditions. Youll have the opportunity to work both autonomously and collaboratively, supporting the continued development of nurseled ophthalmology services.

Shift pattern: A range of shifts based at Croft Shifa Health Centre, Rochdale (OL16 2UP), with some travel to Bury and Tameside as required.

### Main duties of the job

As our Ophthalmic Nurse Injector, you will be:

- Performing intravitreal injections (IVI) for AMD and other macular conditions in line with clinical protocols.
- Assessing, planning and delivering highquality patient care within a specialist ophthalmology setting.
- Working autonomously while remaining accountable for your clinical practice and decisionmaking.
- Acting as a clinical expert and role model, supporting and advising colleagues within the multidisciplinary team.
- Ensuring patient safety, dignity and wellbeing at all times through a personcentred approach.
- Supporting service development, audit and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contributing to training and education within the team and supporting the development of others.
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and ensuring compliance with governance and regulatory standards.

### About us

As a Registered Nurse, Orthoptist or Optometrist with relevant ophthalmic experience, you will also have:

- Experience in ophthalmology, with a strong interest in macular services and injection therapy
- Competency in intravitreal injections, or willingness to undertake training
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a patientcentred approach
- Strong understanding of clinical governance and commitment to high standards of care
- A proactive, flexible attitude and willingness to travel between sites as required

What you can expect in return:

- A competitive salary depending on your skills and experience
- Work 37.5 hours
- No on-call, no night work or working on bank holidays
- An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
- 25 days holiday increasing with service plus bank holidays
- Mandatory training through our excellent in-house education programme
- The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development

To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contact rebecca.stevens@practiceplusgroup.com

Applications will be processed at the time of application, Practice Plus Group therefore reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date.

Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

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### Details

- Date posted: 01 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience A competitive salary depending on your skills and experience
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 14460
- Job locations: Croft Shifa Health Centre, Belfield Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 2UP, United Kingdom

### Job responsibilities

### UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

## Person Specification

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- Registered Nurse, Orthoptist or Optometrist with relevant ophthalmic experience, you will also have:
- Experience in ophthalmology, with a strong interest in macular services and injection therapy.
- Competency in intravitreal injections, or willingness to undertake training.
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient centred approach.
- Strong understanding of clinical governance and commitment to high standards of care.
- A proactive, flexible attitude and willingness to travel between sites as required.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.

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