Ophthalmic Theatre Practitioner

Location Thetford
Job type Permanent
Salary £35k per year
Consultant Amy Ryan
Reference 214773

Job Title: Ophthalmic Theatre Practitioner
Location: Thetford
Type: Permanent
Shift Pattern: Full time
Salary: £35,000 per annum

About Our Client:

Join our client's team, a pioneering independent provider of NHS ophthalmic care. With a commitment to excellence and patient-centered care, our client is at the forefront of innovative fast-track cataract surgery outside traditional hospital settings, ensuring patients receive life-changing treatment in as little as four weeks.

With NHS waiting lists for cataract surgery growing, our client offers patients an alternative option, providing immediate care while supporting the NHS. Established in the East of England in 2007, they are expanding across the UK this year, offering a range of services including cataract surgery, YAG laser treatment, glaucoma treatment, oculoplastics, and general ophthalmology.

To our client, patient care is paramount. They aim to reduce waiting times, deliver exceptional care without hospital stays, and positively impact patients' lives by providing care closer to home in line with Department of Health guidelines. By utilising the latest ophthalmic technology, they consistently achieve excellent clinical outcomes, enhancing their patients' quality of life.

Join them in their mission to ensure all patients have timely access to eye care. As a practical and hands-on member of their team, you'll play a vital role in various responsibilities including scrub assisting, anaesthetic assisting, pre-operative assessments, and patient preparation for cataract treatment.

Requirements:

Candidates must be NMC registered with previous theatre or scrub experience.

What's in it for you?

  • An industry-leading salary
  • No night shifts and no on-call duties
  • State-of-the-art, modern working environment
  • 29 days' annual leave per year
  • Pension scheme
  • Paid professional fees and indemnity coverage
  • Free Laser Eye Surgery and Intraocular Lens Surgery
  • Free eye tests
  • Discounted prescription eyewear and sunglasses
  • Generous friends and family discount scheme
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a global organisation, where you'll have the chance to grow and develop within a professional working environment. Join our client in shaping the future of ophthalmic care. Apply now through Sanctuary Personnel!