Ophthalmic Technician

**Permanent full time 1.0FTE (40 hours per week)**:

- ** Monday to Friday, variable shifts between the hours of 7am to 5:30pm**

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Ophthalmic Technician to join our dynamic Eye Service team. As an Ophthalmic Technician, you will be responsible for conducting visual function and technical tests on both adult and paediatric patients. Your expertise will contribute to the accurate diagnoses made by our Ophthalmologists, ensuring a high-quality professional service to our patients.

**Ko wai koe | About You**

Key Responsibilities:

- Undertake visual function and technical tests in both adult and paediatric patients, including but not limited to visual acuity, autorefraction, automated perimetry, corneal topography, keratometry, biometry, intraocular pressure, pachymetry, blood pressure, fundal and anterior segment photography and scans, electrophysiology assisting, minor procedures and intravitreal injections assisting.
- Record test results for the referring Ophthalmologist to facilitate accurate diagnoses.
- Ensure all procedures adhere to safety guidelines and unit protocols.
- Recognize and report unsafe procedures and practices to the Safety Officer when necessary.
- Regularly attend fire safety practices.
- Ensure procedures meet quality specifications and equipment is regularly checked and maintained in collaboration with Medical Physics or Suppliers.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience**

**Essential**:

- Computer literate and adept with changing technology.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure.

**Desirable**:

- Work experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.

**Mō mātou | About Us**
- “Ko ngā tāngata, te mātua mahi_ - _Putting people at the heart of all we do”_

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, leads the day-to-day running of our health system across New Zealand, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. It weaves the functions of the 20 former District Health Boards into its regional divisions and district offices, ensuring continuity of services in the health system.

Here in Waitaha, Canterbury we deliver health services to the 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.

**Ngā** **hua | Benefits of working at Health New Zealand**

When you work at Health New Zealand, you are part of a wider whānau that will support you along your career journey. We offer great professional development and learning opportunities for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and have access to amazing kaimahi/staff discounts from select retailers, restaurants and businesses.

We have a range of clinical and non-clinical roles at Health New Zealand, there could be a place for you

Please visit our careers website for other roles and find your ideal fit within Health New Zealand.

**Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai**

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