Bank Registered Nurse - Ophthalmic

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

The Spire Regency Hospital in Macclesfield, South Cheshire opened in 1991 and has undergone extensive site modernisation creating an excellent environment for our team and patients. We offer fast access to consultations with specialists in a wide range of treatments, supported by advanced imaging and diagnostic technology.

Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business, bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality of patient care.

We are committed to our employees, well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward

Duties and responsibilities

Expected to partake in clinical activity such as minor procedures and injections.

Visual fields and OCT

Patient education specific to compliance issues i.e. drop / ointment instillation and pre-op preparation in specific clinics.

Care of ophthalmic instruments and equipment.

Working in the clean rooms assisting clinicians with intravitreal injections and minor operations.

Ocular swab

Biometry

Measurement of Intraocular pressure using iCARE

Visual Acuity including distant (all types) and near vision test

Who we're looking for

NMC registered with no restrictions

Ophthalmic experience is essential

Good communication skills

Knowledge of laser procedures and support consultant where needed.

Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology of globe and surrounding structures

We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

Bank colleagues are paid weekly

Access to Spire Healthcare pension

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Free uniform

Free DBS

Full induction, including mandatory training updates

Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts

Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire’s specialist Resourcing Team

Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options

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