Job Title: Clinic Trainer Location: Clane, Co. Kildare Salary: DOE Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Overview A leading provider of specialised ophthalmic care is seeking a Clinical Trainer to support the continued expansion of clinical services across multiple locations in Clane, Mullingar, and Athlone. This organisation delivers a comprehensive range of ocular subspecialties and is committed to fostering a culture of excellence through structured training, professional development, and high standards of patient care.
Role Summary The Clinical Trainer plays a key role in ensuring all clinical and front-of-house staff are fully trained, competent, and confident in delivering safe, efficient, and patient-focused care. This position is responsible for developing and delivering structured training programmes, supporting ongoing staff development, and ensuring adherence to clinical and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Training & Development
Deliver structured onboarding and training programmes for new hires.
Provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to technicians, nursing staff, and reception teams.
Conduct regular check-ins to assess competency and support continuous development.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date training records.
Act as a key point of contact for staff queries relating to clinical and operational procedures.
Ensure all team members are fully trained on relevant policies and capable of working independently.
Monitor certification requirements and coordinate additional training where necessary.
Clinical & Systems Expertise
Demonstrate a strong understanding of clinic workflows and patient management systems.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of the Ophthalmic Technician function, including scribing responsibilities.
Possess a solid understanding of intravitreal therapy (IVT) processes, including scheduling, forecasting, and documentation requirements.
Quality, Safety & Operations
Promote a culture centred on patient safety, quality care, and continuous improvement.
Support multiple clinic locations as required, including occasional travel.
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and clinical governance standards.
Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient working environment.
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a fast-paced, patient-facing clinical environment.
JCAHPO qualification (or currently working towards certification) is preferred.
Experience in ophthalmic examinations and clinical scribing is advantageous.
Strong understanding of clinical operations and patient care pathways.
Full clean driving licence required.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Strong coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to adapt to different learning styles.
Proactive approach to identifying and addressing training needs.
Ability to build strong working relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
High level of organisational and documentation skills.
Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
If you are passionate about delivering operational excellence and enhancing patient experience, we would love to hear from you. For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Róisín Drummy or call 051 364134. If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format. If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you. If, however, you do not hold a valid work permit, unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
