Bank Healthcare Technician

Bank Healthcare Technician

Location: Bowcliffe Hall, LS23

Contract Type: Bank

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading private eye care provider for a Bank Healthcare Technician in Bowcliffe Hall, LS23. This is a bank role offering flexible shifts within a modern, patient-focused ophthalmology clinic and paying up to £16/hr depending on experience.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Healthcare Assistant or Healthcare Technician who is looking to develop within specialist eye care. You will work alongside an experienced multi-disciplinary team, supporting high-quality patient care across diagnostics, theatre support, pre-assessment and post-operative pathways.

Job Purpose

As part of the clinical team, you will support patients throughout their eye care journey, including diagnostic testing, pre-assessment, surgery days and post-operative care. The role is based within a specialist ophthalmology setting, supporting patients across areas such as cataract surgery, glaucoma, refractive treatment and medical retina.

Clinical Duties

• Support the delivery of high-quality patient care throughout the patient journey

• Carry out or assist with ophthalmic diagnostic tests such as OCT, Visual Fields, VA, IOP and Biometry

• Support patients before and after procedures

• Assist clinical teams with room preparation, equipment and documentation

• Maintain accurate patient records

• Follow infection prevention, safety and clinical governance procedures

• Provide a calm, professional and caring experience for patients

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as an optical assistant, surgical assistant, or hospital healthcare technician/assistant

• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own transport are desirable due to the location

• A minimum of 1 year's experience in a hospital, clinic, theatre, outpatient or healthcare setting

• Ophthalmology experience would be an advantage but is not essential

• Basic Life Support competency

• Good IT and communication skills

• A caring, organised and professional approach

• Flexibility to work bank shifts when required

This is a great opportunity to join a specialist private healthcare environment and develop experience within ophthalmology.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.