Band 5 Clinic Nurse - Ophthalmology

CompanyID Medical

LocationWales, United Kingdom

Posted At2/18/2026

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Description

Band 5 Clinic Nurse - Ophthalmology

Location: North Wales, South Wales and Midlands

Dates: ASAP until the end of March, potential to extend

Shift Days: Weekends

Pay: £350-£425 per day

Make a Difference

ID Medical Insourcing is seeking experienced Ophthalmic Outpatient Clinic Nurses to support high-volume insourced ophthalmology clinics within NHS Trusts. This role is ideal for nurses who are confident, adaptable, and experienced in delivering efficient, patient-centered care in fast-paced outpatient settings.

Who We’re Looking For

We are recruiting specialists from the following professional backgrounds:

Band 4 Ophthalmic Technicians
Band 5 Pre-Operative Assessment Nurses
Band 5 Outpatient Nurses
Band 5 Ward Nurses
Band 5 Theatre Nurse
Band 6 Nurse in Charge

Requirements:

Registered Nurse (Adult) with valid NMC registration
Diploma/Degree in Nursing

Ophthalmic qualification or evidence of specialist training

Proven ophthalmic outpatient experience

Confident working independently in high-throughput clinics

Flexible availability (weekends/evenings advantageous)

What We Offer

Competitive rates
Flexible working
Opportunity to support NHS waiting list initiatives

Role Overview

Undertake ophthalmic assessments including: Visual acuity testing (Snellen, logmar, kay pictures, Sheridan, amsler, ishihara), Slit lamp examination, Ability to check the anterior segment of the eye, Ability to carry out VH examination, Intraocular pressure measurement (e.g. Goldmann / iCare tonometry), Ability to check Relative Afferent Pupillary Defect (RAPD), Visual field testing (where trained), OCT and retinal imaging (where trained), Ability to use autorefractor and foscimeter machines
Prepare patients for ophthalmic consultations and procedures
Assist ophthalmologists with outpatient procedures, including:
Intravitreal injection clinics
Laser treatments
Minor ophthalmic procedures

Administer ophthalmic medications and dilating drops as prescribed

Monitor patients pre- and post-procedure, identifying and escalating complications promptly

Ability to perform biometry/IOL scans with the use of IOL 500/700 machines and A-scan machine

Apply now to join our team