Ophthalmic Imaging Technician
At a glance
- Band
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 20/09/2026
- Closes
- 04/10/2026
Sponsorship verdict
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Role summary
This role involves providing ophthalmic diagnostic clinics for patients with various eye conditions, aiming to streamline their care. You will independently take patient histories, conduct vision and IOP testing, and perform required imaging modalities. Additionally, you will perform high-resolution imaging of the eye using specialized equipment, working flexibly within a fast-paced team. The position requires a skilled and enthusiastic individual passionate about high-quality patient care.
Essential criteria
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Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £28,392 – £31,157 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Ophthalmic Imaging Technician
The closing date is 04 October 2026
Job summary
The main focus of this role is to provide ophthalmic diagnostic clinics for patients with a variety of ophthalmic conditions. These clinics aim to streamline the patient pathway, providing quicker, more efficient review for patients and this role is a key part of this transformation in service provision. Working independently, you will take a patient history, conduct vision and IOP testing and undertake the required imaging modalities as per protocol. You will be the key point of contact for patients, assisting them through the diagnostic care process, ensuring that they are informed and comfortable with their care plan and follow-up steps.
In addition, working alongside colleagues from Medical Illustration, including Medical Photographers and other Ophthalmic Imaging Technicians, and the wider eye clinic team, you will perform high-resolution imaging of the retina, cornea, anterior segment, and other parts of the eye using specialized ophthalmic imaging equipment for those patients who are attending for face-to-face review. This is a fast-paced environment in which the team works flexibly and adaptably to provide comprehensive, high quality imaging services to a range of clinicians and specialties.
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