Optical Assistant - Eye Care Specialist
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and skilled Optical Assistant to join our multidisciplinary team in Roscommon. As an Optical Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient support and care.
Key Responsibilities Include:
* Assisting the clinical team with patient care and conducting preliminary examinations (e.g., visual acuity, autorefraction, eye pressure)
* Instilling prescribed eye drops and supporting patients with limited mobility during assessments
* Performing tests such as visual field exams, ocular imaging, lensometry, and biometry
* Maintaining clinical rooms and sterilising equipment
* Recording test results in patient charts
Requirements:
* FETAC Level 5 in Healthcare (all 8 modules completed) or a relevant healthcare qualification
* Experience working as an Optical Assistant
* Eligibility to work in Ireland
* Full driving licence and access to transport (travel to Ballinasloe or Boyne required one day a week)
Benefits:
Flexibility to fit work around your life, HSE-aligned salary and conditions, and ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant make this an attractive opportunity for the right candidate.