Optical Assistant

Job Description

This position is for Clonmel and surrounding counties.

We are hiring for a really great opportunity within our Retinal Technicians team in Tipperary and the surrounding counties..The role involves Eye Photography, used to identify the damage to the retina that can be caused by complications of Diabetes. Experience is not essential, so this could be a really great opportunity for someone looking to take a step into healthcare, or even someone already working in the Healthcare space who would like to develop their skillset. We have a really great, professional team, who will support you every step of the way towards becoming a specialist in this space.

Our Team

You`ll be part of the national programme, working alongside our Senior Diabetic Retinal Technician's and Team Leader's, whilst being supported by the administration team, programme manager and clinical lead. All of our team are already (or on their way to being) subject matter experts in Retinopathy – so you’ll never find yourself in a position where you don’t have the support you need.

Qualifications

We want to make sure you're set for success, so these are the key skills we`re looking for:

Drivers License is essential for this role A passion for customer care and positive patient outcomes Being IT literate is a must - word processing, spreadsheets and regular use of Microsoft Office Initiative and the ability to prioritise tasks, as well as using problem-solving skills. A great work ethic and a proactive approach are essential, as you`ll be largely unsupervised after the initial training period Excellent communication skills at all levels

Additional Information

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