Ophthalmic Scrub Practitioner chez Newmedica

Ophthalmic Scrub Nurse

Who are we?

Newmedica are one of the leading providers of NHS ophthalmology services in England, providing outpatients appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. We aim to change lives through better sight and eye health.

We care for thousands of NHS and private patients a year in our specialist eye clinics across the country. We have significant growth plans over the next few years as we look to establish a national footprint and open many new sites across the UK.

We are thrilled to say that following an independently conducted survey of Newmedica colleagues to tell us what it’s like to work here, we have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the second year running. The feedback has directly contributed to Newmedica being listed among the UK’s top 50 Best Workplaces™ for 2025.

Role overview

We are looking for a new Ophthalmic Nurse to join our Cheshire Oaks site. This will be 40 hours over 5 days per week including weekends on a rota basis (where required).

Theatre-based roles require NMC registration and involve supporting patients through their surgical journey, including pre-operative assessments, intraoperative assistance, and post-operative care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as scrub nurse during ophthalmic procedures, ensuring all instruments and equipment are prepared and sterile.
• Supporting patients throughout their surgical journey, including pre-operative preparation and post-operative recovery.
• Assisting with pre-operative assessments and ensuring patients are informed and reassured before surgery.
• Providing post-operative care, including medication advice and discharge instructions.
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and ensuring compliance with infection control and safety standards.

You may also support outpatient clinics and diagnostic testing when required.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Proven experience as a scrub nurse in an ophthalmic theatre setting.
• Strong understanding of ophthalmic surgical procedures and theatre protocols.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume surgical environment (18–22 patients per day).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support and reassure patients.

Desirable:

• Experience in hospital eye services or private ophthalmic clinics.
• Knowledge of diagnostic tools and techniques including Biometry, Corneal Topography, OCT, FFA, IOP checks (Tonopen/Goldmann), Visual Acuity, Visual Fields, Pachymetry, and Slit Lamp assessments.
• Familiarity with clinical governance and current developments in ophthalmology.
• Experience in mentoring or training junior staff.
• Competent in using clinical IT systems and maintaining accurate records.

What we’re offering

• A salary of £38,000-£42,000 (Dependent on experience)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A company pension scheme
• Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 well-being/counselling/advice service and a retail/technology discount scheme.
• An environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and courses.
• Working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients
• A bright, spacious and modern working environment, built to the highest standards

If you would like an informal chat about the opportunity or to request a full job description, please contact [email protected]

Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

At Newmedica, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities, and we are committed to this in both the running of our services and how we recruit our staff. We actively encourage applications from everyone with the essential requirements of the job, regardless of any protected characteristics.

Newmedica is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all people, irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, language, religion, ethnic or social origin.