Ophthalmic Imaging Assistant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£25,760 - £27,476
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Southampton, SO16 6YD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	6 Aug 2026

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Summary

Responsible for the delivery of specialised clinical diagnostic imaging procedures, which meet the highest possible standards with a very high degree of reproducibility. Required to accurately enter patient data into each imaging platform, to ensure the images captured are for the correct patient. In liaison with specialist Ophthalmic Consultants, Optometrists and Nursing staff, to ensure accurate diagnosis and care pathway for the patient. A detailed understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the eye and a sound knowledge of ophthalmic conditions is a fundamental requirement of the ophthalmic assistant, thus ensuring the best representation of the condition is described in the imaging. Should be conversant with Visual Fields and the pathology of disease so as to be able to undertake without supervision. The testing of patients visual fields and visual acuity for diagnosis and treatment Assessment of patients ability to pass the DVLA (Driving Vehicle Licensing Authority) requirement for Visual Fields and Visual Acuity. Using the following equipment: Humphrey Perimeter Focimeter LOGMAR chart Should be proficient and confident in the imaging of patients Retina, Optic Discs and Corneas using: Optical Coherence Tomography (O.C.T.) Retinal Fundal Photography Other ophthalmic imaging equipment as necessary

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