Senior Optical Assistant

Company Description

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Job Description

The Senior Optical Assistant will provide support to the DESP Team Leader/ Programme Manager with training and development of the screening/grading team by actively encouraging staff development. They will be key in assisting with daily team coordination and programme performance improvements.

The post holder will ensure that they deliver their role in line with national standards, providing an excellent screening service with the ultimate aim of reducing new blindness due to diabetic retinopathy. 

They will regularly screen patients in line with company policy and national guidance, ensuring these skills are regularly exercised and service is provided to the highest possible standard. They should act a model retinal technician and lead by example.

Over see the induction and training of all new members of staff locally and support the process in other teams where necessary. 

Undertake and review skills and competency assessments for all retinal technicians ensuring all are reviewed for compliance at least twice a year. Under take annual appraisals for members of the team and support in the appraisal process for other team members when necessary.

Responsible for the upkeep and management of programme equipment to ensure technical maintenance policies are followed and undertaken to reduce poor quality images. The Screening Team Supervisor should also coordinate with the relevant person(s) to report any areas of fault or failure immediately when identified.

Maintain staff rota, assist with administration tasks, coordinate, record and submit staff leave and other monthly requirements including collation of team expenses and other tasks of this nature. 

The Screening Team Supervisor is directly responsible for the management, development and organisation of a team of Diabetic Retinal Technicians and their performance within the role and team.

The Screening Team Supervisor will support Programme Manager/Team Leader ensuring the achievement of service objectives and KPI’s, including training and competency of the workforce.

Direct impact on organisation reputation with stakeholders including commissioners, healthcare professionals and service users. 

Qualifications

Optical Experience essential.

Full Irish Driving License essential. 

Ideally have completed the Higher Certificate in Diabetic Retinal Screening or happy to complete within the first 12 months of the role.

Minimum of pass Leaving Certificate or equivalent.

Must display people management skills and the ability to lead a team.

Mus be IT literate and a knowledge of information governance.

Capability to work largely unsupervised, but with the responsibility of close supervision of other clinical staff within the programme.

Must display a good level of initiative, ability to prioritise tasks and to use problem solving skills but must be able to exersice openness through consulting with their line managers at all times.

Must have excellent communication skills at all levels.

Additional Information

Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the EU. Documentary evidence will be required.

A full, clean Irish driving licence is essential.

All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting and reference checks. Depending on the nature of the role, Garda Vetting may also be required.

NEC is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities.

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