A brilliant new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Optical Assistant to work in an amazing modern specialist eye healthcare service based in the Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire area. You will be working for one of UK leading health care providers

This is a modern, state-of-the-art eye hospital. The facilities in this hospital are first-class and equipped with the latest technology

**You will have 6-12 months experience within an optical setting**

As the Optical Assistant your key duties include:

·         Working alongside the clinical team in the day to day running of the clinics

·         Carrying out diagnostic examinations including pre and post-operative clinics

·         Preparing areas for clinical activity, ensuring all equipment is checked and ready for use

·         Act as an escort in Theatre supporting other clinical professionals and ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care during their surgery

·         Clean and store away equipment used

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

·         6-12 months experience within an optical setting

·         Passionate about developing a career in Ophthalmology

·         Ability to provide friendly high-quality care for patients in a caring manner

The successful Optical Assistant will receive an excellent salary up to £21,224 per annum. This exciting position is a Full Time role for 37.5 hours a week on Days from 7.30am-5.30pm. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

·         23 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) – increasing with length of service

·         Company pension scheme

·         Continuous training and development programme

·         Bonus 1 – June – Up to 5% individual performance related bonus

·         Bonus 2 – February – hospital/company related bonus

·         Annual pay reviews and increases

Reference ID: 5360

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]