Newmedica
Senior Ophthalmic Technician
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Who are we?
Newmedica is one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England, delivering outpatient appointments, diagnostic testing, and eye surgery to change lives through better sight and eye health.
We’re proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the third year running and listed among the UK’s top 30 Best Workplaces™ for 2026 —recognition that reflects how colleagues feel about working here.
Our Purpose is to change lives through better sight and eye health, and our Vision is to end avoidable sight loss in every community we serve; we live our values every day—Commercial, Courageous, Compassion, Collaborative, and Curious.
What will the role involve?
Senior Ophthalmic Technicians play an integral role in the delivery of clinical services by performing detailed clinical tests, supporting the clinical assessment of each patient, and ensuring that all patients understand their treatment. The role will lead the Clinic team, overseeing the work of the Ophthalmic Assistants, providing advice, support, and training as required, supporting their growth and development by signing off the competency framework as they progress through training.
The role will also support the effective running of theatre as and when required, under the guidance of the Lead Theatre Practitioner.
Senior Ophthalmic Technicians work in small teams with Consultant Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, and Clinic Assistants. You'll be responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient functioning of diagnostic services, including ophthalmic assessments of the structure and function of the eye, using a variety of clinical equipment. You'll maintain high professional standards of ophthalmic imaging and investigation services to patients by performing, verifying, and recording results of clinical testing with absolute integrity.
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Combining a friendly and accessible personal manner with advanced clinical testing skills, our Senior Ophthalmic Technicians pride themselves in delivering a great patient experience and on their ability to work within small teams to maintain and enhance processes to maximize quality and efficiency.
What skills and experience do I need for the role?
Previous experience within a healthcare business, ideally in an ophthalmology setting, is required, and a background in biological or healthcare science would be an advantage. It goes without saying that a desire to learn is a must! It is expected that the company’s growth plans will provide ongoing career development opportunities.
It is essential that you have a strong understanding of diagnostic services, including ophthalmic assessments, and that you have previous experience of delivering high-quality technical clinical procedures in the investigation of patients.
You’ll be able to undertake simple fault remedy, cleaning, and maintenance of imaging equipment or any apparatus within the clinic.
Whilst you’ll be capable of working under your own initiative, you’ll also have some people management experience and will be a good team player – happy to jump in and support others when required.
You’ll be a competent user of computer systems and programs and will have an excellent grasp of the English language both verbally and in written format.
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What we’re offering
- A salary of £146.00 per day depending upon experience
- 25 days annual leave plus one day birthday leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced maternity pay
- A company pension scheme
- Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 wellbeing/counselling/advice service, death in service cover, and the blue light discount scheme
- Free access to Headspace
- An environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and courses.
- Working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients
- A bright, spacious, and modern working environment, built to the highest standards
To request the full job description, please contact joinus@newmedica.co.uk
Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
At Newmedica, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities, and we are committed to this in both the running of our services and how we recruit our staff. We actively encourage applications from everyone with the essential requirements of the job, regardless of any protected characteristics.
Newmedica is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all people, irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, language, religion, ethnic, or social origin.
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