Senior Optical Assistant - Remote

Overview

The Senior Optical Assistant will support the management team in training and developing the screening team, ensuring high standards of service and compliance with national guidelines.

In Short

• Provide support to the management team with training and development.
• Assist with daily team coordination and performance improvements.
• Screen patients according to company policy and national guidance.
• Oversee the induction and training of new staff.
• Conduct skills and competency assessments for retinal technicians.
• Manage equipment maintenance and report faults.
• Maintain staff rota and assist with administrative tasks.
• Support the achievement of service objectives and KPIs.
• Directly impact the organization's reputation with stakeholders.
• Work in a hybrid role between the office and home.

Requirements

• Experience in Diabetic Retinopathy Screening is essential.
• Higher certificate in Diabetic Retinal Screening or similar preferred.
• Minimum of pass Leaving Certificate or equivalent.
• Strong people management skills.
• IT literate with knowledge of information governance.
• Able to work largely unsupervised.
• Good level of initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.

Benefits

• Matched Rate Pension.
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.