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King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Ophthalmic Technician

The closing date is 19 November 2026

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Ophthalmology outpatients service at Denmark Hill, King's College Hospital. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with people and have an interest in working in an ophthalmic care setting.

This role requires excellent people skills and communication skills, and strict attention to detail in order to provide imaging of the highest quality. This rewarding position will develop and evolve with our collaborative team working approach to ensure we meet the advancing demand of patients with ocular conditions.

Previous experience of working with patients in an eye care setting would be beneficial.

Post holder must be able to work across a 7 day week, including bank holidays.

Main duties of the job

Demonstrating caring, compassionate, professional behaviour fostering trust and confidence in the service for people in your care.

Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary network of professionals regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills.

To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :

Visual acuity assessment
Visual field assessment
Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS , OCT imaging, Anterion etc
Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter
Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE
To participate in the virtual technician led clinic.
To use electronic patient record management system.
To assist in intravitreal injections and cross linking services.
To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics, opening and closing of clinic setting.
To be able to complete successful care certificate completion within 3 months of start date.
To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment
To commit to further training as required
To demonstrate ophthalmic technician duties to others and to assist in training new staff when necessary
To participate in team huddles and meetings
To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.

Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£31,554 to £33,270 a year per annum including HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-DivisionC-8276761-A

Job locations

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :

Visual acuity assessment
visual field assessment
Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS , OCT imaging, Anterion etc
Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter
Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE
To participate in the virtual technician led clinic.
To use electronic patient record management system.
To assist in intravitreal injections and cross linking services.
To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics, opening and closing of clinic setting.
To be able to complete successful care certificate completion within 3 months of start date.
To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment
To commit to further training as required
To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake ophthalmic technician duties including (but not limited to) :

Visual acuity assessment
visual field assessment
Retinal imaging using various retinal imaging devices including OPTOS , OCT imaging, Anterion etc
Measurement of spectacles using the automated focimeter
Measurement of Intraocular pressure using the Reichert Ocular Response Analyser and iCARE
To participate in the virtual technician led clinic.
To use electronic patient record management system.
To assist in intravitreal injections and cross linking services.
To undertake administrative tasks associated with the role, following departmental guidelines and procedures.
To contribute to the efficient running of all clinics, opening and closing of clinic setting.
To be able to complete successful care certificate completion within 3 months of start date.
To ensure safe use and maintenance of all equipment
To commit to further training as required
To ensure compliance with policies and procedures of the Trust

Person Specification

Required

Essential

Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment
Working in an Ophthalmic setting supporting patients and the multi-disciplinary team with a range of Ophthalmic technical skills
Degree level qualification or equivalent ophthalmology qualification
Care Certificate

Desirable

Enhanced ophthalmic imaging techniques (OVS) Qualification

Person Specification

Required

Essential

Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment
Working in an Ophthalmic setting supporting patients and the multi-disciplinary team with a range of Ophthalmic technical skills
Degree level qualification or equivalent ophthalmology qualification
Care Certificate

Desirable

Enhanced ophthalmic imaging techniques (OVS) Qualification

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.

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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 (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Matron for Ophthalmology ( Denmark Hill)

Thanu Gino

[email protected]

02032997452

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£31,554 to £33,270 a year per annum including HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-DivisionC-8276761-A

Job locations

King's College Hospital

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

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