Ophthalmic Technician

Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • wigan, england • Posted June 12, 2026

About the Role

Ophthalmic Technician

Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 22 June 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ophthalmic technician to work in the ophthalmic department in Wigan Eye Unit at Boston House and Leigh Infirmary. The unit sees patients with a number of ophthalmology conditions including medical retina and glaucoma. Working in a friendly environment you will carry out Ophthalmic technical and imaging procedures including OCT, Visual fields and visual acuity assessments.

Ophthalmic imaging experience is essential.

You must be able to travel independently across the Trust.

The post holder will have a flexible and adaptable approach to support the delivery of our ophthalmology services. We are recruiting to a 22.5 hour post; flexible working hours over 7 days will be expected.

Previous applicants need not apply.

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