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Reference: E0110-26-0014
Job summary
Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Healthcare Technician or HCA (Band 3) with ward or theatre experience, ideally gained in Ophthalmology, to join our amazing and dedicated regional team on a full time basis. This role covers four hospitals across the region Birmingham, Uttoxeter, Nottingham, and Leicester, and requires regular travel between sites. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training and development programs. We would require you to work 4 long days a week (Monday-Thursday).
Main duties of the job
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, and in alignment with Optegra values, ensure a comprehensive level of care provision to all ophthalmic patients, their relatives, or carers, across clinical and non-clinical care pathways, with an emphasis on quality patient care across all hospitals within the region.
Work alongside other clinical team members and optometrists for outpatient consultations and pre assessment of patients.
About us
Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.
Details
Date posted
21 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,875 to £33,120 a year Pension, 33 days annual leave, Private Healthcare, Free laser eye
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
E0110-26-0014
Job locations
Optegra Uk Ltd
6 Dominus Way
Meridian Business Park
LEICESTER
LE19 1RP
United Kingdom
Optegra
Dovefields Retail Park
Town Meadows Way
UTTOXETER
Staffordshire
ST14 8AZ
United Kingdom
Optegra Eye Hospital Aston University Campus
Coleshill Street
Birmingham
B4 7ET
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care throughout their visit to Optegra.
- Perform diagnostic testing on patients, including Biometry, OCT, A-Scan, Visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP, and Topography.
- Support patients on surgery days, providing pre- and post-operative care and ensuring effective communication.
- Demonstrate empathy and sensitivity when addressing patients and their relatives concerns, ensuring a -person centred approach.
- Provide basic health promotion advice related to ophthalmic surgery.
- Assist in the operating theatre, supporting the entire patient pathway.
- To support the control of cross-infection by adhering to the Hospital's Uniform Policy, maintaining a clean working environment, and following decontamination and sterilization procedures in accordance with the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policy. Follow protocols for documenting and reporting accidents or incidents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care throughout their visit to Optegra.
- Perform diagnostic testing on patients, including Biometry, OCT, A-Scan, Visual fields, Pentacam, VA, IOP, and Topography.
- Support patients on surgery days, providing pre- and post-operative care and ensuring effective communication.
- Demonstrate empathy and sensitivity when addressing patients and their relatives concerns, ensuring a -person centred approach.
- Provide basic health promotion advice related to ophthalmic surgery.
- Assist in the operating theatre, supporting the entire patient pathway.
- To support the control of cross-infection by adhering to the Hospital's Uniform Policy, maintaining a clean working environment, and following decontamination and sterilization procedures in accordance with the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) policy. Follow protocols for documenting and reporting accidents or incidents.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- - Experience of working in a healthcare environment or ophthalmic sector
- - Basic Life Support competent
- - Highly organised, with clear forward planning and ability to flex according to patients needs
- - Attention to details and ability to work under pressure
Qualifications
Desirable
- - NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent
- - Basic Life Support competent
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- - Experience of working in a healthcare environment or ophthalmic sector
- - Basic Life Support competent
- - Highly organised, with clear forward planning and ability to flex according to patients needs
- - Attention to details and ability to work under pressure
Qualifications
Desirable
- - NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent
- - Basic Life Support competent
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Optegra UK Ltd
Address
Optegra Uk Ltd
6 Dominus Way
Meridian Business Park
LEICESTER
LE19 1RP
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Optegra UK Ltd
Address
Optegra Uk Ltd
6 Dominus Way
Meridian Business Park
LEICESTER
LE19 1RP
United Kingdom