University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Ophthalmic Imaging Technician
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Ophthalmic Imaging Technician
Ophthalmic Imaging Technician – Lymington Eye Outpatients
Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to join our enthusiastic, patient-focused, and motivated team in the Lymington Eye Outpatients department.
About the Role
Lymington Eye Outpatients provides a comprehensive ophthalmology outpatient service across the New Forest and surrounding areas. You will deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging, support specialist ophthalmic services, and work alongside colleagues including consultants, optometrists, nurses, orthoptists, and administrative staff.
The multidisciplinary team operates Monday to Friday (08:00–18:00) at Lymington New Forest Hospital, with potential deployment at the Southampton Eye Unit, Southampton General Hospital as required.
If you are committed to excellent patient care, thrive in a busy environment, and want to develop your career within one of the UK’s leading ophthalmology services, this role is for you.
We recommend applicants arrange an informal chat with:
- Junior Sister Victoria Chin
- Senior Sister Anca Bolovan
Working for University Hospital Southampton
As one of England’s largest acute teaching trusts, we offer: ✔ Career progression opportunities to align with your ambitions ✔ An ideal location—New Forest, South Downs, and Jurassic Coast nearby—with access to international travel via Southampton airport
We prioritise innovation with smart technology, but applicants should personalise applications to reflect their unique strengths rather than generic AI-generated resumes.
Flexible working is available, ensuring support for family, education, mental health, and career balance.
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Main Responsibilities
Core Tasks
As an Ophthalmic Imaging Technician, your responsibilities include:
- Performing specialised ophthalmic imaging and diagnostics (as detailed below)
- Supporting consultant-led outpatient and virtual clinics
- Producing high-quality diagnostic images for clinical interpretation
- Delivering compassionate, patient-centred care
- Collaborating efficiently with the multidisciplinary team to streamline clinic workflows
- Driving innovation through service improvement and quality assurance initiatives
Key Imaging and Diagnostic Procedures
Core duties include mastering:
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- Colour Fundus Photography of retina and optic discs
- Humphrey Visual Field Testing
- Ocular Biometry and Corneal Topography
- Specular Microscopy (corneal examination)
- Auto-refraction (where clinically appropriate)
- Assisting clinicians during intraocular/laser treatments
- Visual Acuity Assessment
- Intraocular Pressure Measurement
- Instilling dilating drops per Trust policy
- Onboarding and training new team members
Person Specification
Trust Values (Non-Negotiable)
✅ Patients First ✅ Always Improving ✅ Working Together
Essential Criteria
Qualifications and Experience
- Science A-Level or equivalent qualification (or comparable certifications)
- Hands-on experience in ophthalmic imaging or equivalent roles with Level 4 Diploma knowledge
- **Detailed understanding of eye anatomy, physiology, and common hepatomic **[ patholog?eye] conditions
- In-depth knowledge of the visual pathway and its relevance to visual field defects in pathologies
- Full proficiency and certification in:
- Working with Humphrey Visual Field analyser
- Retinal imaging (automated/manually) using fundus cameras and software tools
- Information required: Fundus Cameras software programs
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Technical and Practical Skills
- Strong communication skills, including explaining exams to hard of hearing patients/wider-care barriers
- A methodical approach to jobs due to prolonged attention requirements
- Exceptional hand-eye dexterity, especially in fine-tuning imaging/clinical equipment
- High pressure tolerance while achieving set performance goals and patient targets
- Ability to support patients in wheelchairs in confined spaces
- Ability to perform tasks under low-light conditions
- Corrected visual acuity (≥20/40 or equivalence) to screen and focus diagnostic images
Soft Skills and Work Environment Fit
- Work autonomously and under time-driven environments
- Contribute to multidisciplinary teams to enhance service quality
Desirable Criteria
- Experience with Octopus Perimeter
- Management experience at a relevant tier
- Leadership in building strong working relationships across clinical teams
- Prior teaching or supervision experience
- Proficiency in image manipulation/graphic editing software
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