Digital Imaging Technician - Ophthalmology
Job summary
The post holder will actively participate in the effective and efficient maintenance of a comprehensive angiography, imaging and photography service for the Ophthalmology department
An imaging service is required to provide photographic and digital images of patients for diagnostic, clinical recording, medico-legal and research/teaching purposes. Increasing demands on the service due to NICE Guidelines for photodynamic therapy (age related macular degeneration) and increasing use of imaging in management of Diabetes (NICE Guidelines and National Service Framework) and Glaucoma make medical imaging a vital role within the ophthalmology department.
It is possible with the use of specialist eye imaging equipment, to cover all aspects of ophthalmology including retinal, anterior segment and facial imaging.
The department is in an outpatient area and there is direct contact with all levels of staff, and direct contact with patients of all ages with varying degrees of clinical need.
Main duties of the job
Undertake a wide range of diagnostic and investigative imaging for patients within the ophthalmology service.
Conduct imaging on OCT (optical Coherence Tomography), OPTOS UWF camera, Pentacam Corneal Imaging and External Photography when required.
Conduct Visual Acuity testing via LOGMAR and instill eye drops within clinic.
Undertake Visual Field testing using HVF equipment
Contribute to research and auditing within the department as required.
Continued training, ensuring that all required training is undertaken within time limits.
Help with administration within the department, complying with Trust and Departmental policies and procedures.
About us
Wye Valley NHS Trust is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire NHS FT , the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.
Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys and run Hereford County Hospital and the community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster and Ross-on-Wye.
We are a progressive and forward looking trust with ambitious plans to improve quality and integrate patient pathways through close collaborative working with our partners to deliver the quality of care we'd want for our family and friends.
More than 3,500 people work for the Trust - they tell us it's a great place to work, blending the busyness of a DGH with the benefits of working in a beautiful rural and unspoilt county like Herefordshire.
We can offer a great work-life balance and have a fine tradition of working with staff to help them achieve their full potential.
Russell Hardy, Trust Chairman: "The strength of the Trust is its amazing staff; a great place to work, a great place to develop your career and a great place to reach your potential."
Our values -Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence - are at the heart of all we do. We believe in providing the right care in the right place at the right time...all the time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Clinical Responsibilities:
- Retinal fundus imaging. Requires technician to capture images from a patient with previously dilated pupil, by sitting patient at equipment ensuring comfort and reassurance.
- Retinal and Anterior segment Fluorescein Angiography. This is a diagnostic procedure, used on patients with sight threatening conditions, as a guide to possible or further treatment. A degree of experience and knowledge is required to perform this task, to ensure the best information for ophthalmologists. Requires technician to capture a series of retinal images from a patient with previously dilated pupil, by sitting patient at equipment ensuring patient is comfortable, reassured and understands the procedure.
- OCT Optical Coherence Tomography. A diagnostic laser scanning procedure to determine retinal pathology. Patient treatment will be determined by result. A computer driven piece of equipment requiring patient cooperation.
- To carry out Visual field testing (automated) to the highest standard
The above require a high degree of skill and accuracy to obtain good quality clinical
images, for furthering patient care and treatment. There is a requirement to manoeuvre patients and equipment into position. Computer skills together with high levels of hand eye co-ordination are essential to operate and maintain back up of the equipment used.
- To ensure up-to-date knowledge of developments in relation to imaging and associated procedures.
- To promote collaborative working partnership and effective communication between all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- To maintain patient confidentiality at all times
- To minimize hazards in the working area and report any identifiable hazards to the line manager. To adhere to all safe systems of work applicable to the work area
- To carry out imaging in outreach clinics in Herefordshire.
Research & Audit:
- Carries out audits/surveys as part of own role
Training & Development:
To identify areas for self-development and training within the Performance Planning and Development Review structure
To maintain a professional portfolio and reflective diary for developmental purposes
To participate in an annual appraisal
To attend appropriate training events, courses and lectures thereby maintaining up to date knowledge and skills
Administrative Responsibilities
To be responsible for the care of equipment and reporting faults
To be aware of and comply with organisational ad departmental policies and
Procedures
Ensure compliance with trust policies and procedures
To deal with enquiries that may arise during the working day and liaise with the appropriate person to take action.
Person Specification
NVQ3 Or Equilivent of Knowledge
- Achieved Grade
- Experience Working in Role.
- WIllingness to Learn new Tasks/Apply in clinical environment
Experience
- Experience dealing with the public
- Previous Experience of the NHS
Personal Attributes
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Enthusiastic and Motivational
- Ability to work in a Team
- Calm and able to work under pressure
- Effective and sensitive handing difficult information and situations
Other Factors
- Able to meet moving and handling requirements of the job
- Ability to travel within the role, if required.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Co-ordination, Sensory Skills for Photography and use of Equipment
- Time Management
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Good Presentation Skills
- Problem Solving
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer details
Employer name
Wye Valley NHS Trust
Address
Hereford County Hospital
Stonebow Road
Hereford
HR1 2ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/