Band 5 - Senior Ophthalmic Vision Science Practitioner - Moorfields

Bank Partners; London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in London is seeking a motivated Band 5 Ophthalmic Vision Science Practitioner. This role requires a degree in imaging sciences and over two years' experience. Responsibilities include providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services and supporting junior staff while ensuring adherence to quality improvement protocols. Flexible working hours and competitive pay are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Weekly salary

NHS pension contribution

Priority of shifts over agency workers

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Over two years’ experience of imaging required.
• Knowledge of anatomy and pathology of the eye needed.
• Fluorescein angiography/ICG imaging experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic imaging services across multiple clinics.
• Support junior staff and promote quality improvement.
• Perform various imaging procedures including digital angiography.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Capable of performing complex ophthalmic imaging tasks

Competent in IT skills

Education

Degree or equivalent experience in photography/imaging sciences

Job description

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust are searching for a passionate Band 5 Ophthalmic Vision Science Practitioner to join their highly skilled and motivated team.

Moorfields Eye Hospital is the leading provider of eye health services in the UK and a world-class centre of excellence for ophthalmic research and education. We have a reputation, developed over two centuries, for providing the highest quality of ophthalmic care. Our approximately 2,300 staff are committed to sustaining and building on our pioneering legacy and ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of developments in ophthalmology.

THE POST:

As a Senior OVS Technician, you will be a self-motivated, pro-active individual with both excellent time management and organisational skills. You will be integral member of the medical imaging team to provide high quality Diagnostic Imaging Services at the City Road site and across our Diagnostic Hubs, including Hoxton Virtual Hub, Northwick Park and Ealing. The role encompasses supporting junior staff to develop skills and help to embed a continuous quality improvement culture across the service. The postholder will act as an exemplar and professional role-model in embracing core values of excellence, equity and kindness. There may be a requirement to work across sites, for which you will receive adequate notification.

MAIN RESPONSIBILTITES:

1. Provide diagnostic imaging services across Moorfields’ including the Trust’s satellite clinics, private patients and Richard Desmond Children’s Eye Centre.
2. Undertake a range of digital angiography and imaging procedures requiring expertise underpinned by theoretical knowledge of the principles underlying fundus photography, digital angiography, autofluorescence imaging and optical coherence tomography.
3. Making judgements involving a range of facts which require analysis and comparison to optimise images obtained during Retinal Photography, OCT and Auto fluorescence (e.g. strategies to overcome small pupils, eye movement, cataract, blinking or a combination of these during Imaging)
4. Well-developed physical skills to fulfil duties to capture high quality images during angiography.
5. Perform retinal imaging and image analysis using current standard techniques.
6. Perform imaging of the external eye and ocular adnexa.
7. Perform slit lamp imaging of anterior segment of the eye using tropical strains as appropriate.
8. Ensure medical imaging equipment is in good working condition and ready for use.
9. Responsible for the safe use of expensive and highly technical imaging equipment such as:
   • Spectral Domain and Swept Source OCT Scanners, ie., Topcon, Heidelberg Spectralis, Optovue, Zeiss, CASIA OCT scanners
   • Topcon Retinal Imaging
   • Heidelberg and Optos auto-fluorescence systems.
   • Optos/ Clarus Widefield Imaging Cameras
   • Vectra 3D imaging system
   • Photo Slit Lamp imaging
   • Humphey and Octopus Visual fields scanner
   • Pentacam scanner
10. To carry out simple calibration and maintenance of equipment.
11. Participate in regular equipment testing and record and monitor the frequency of the tests being carried out. In case of equipment malfunction / breakdown should be reported to EBME.
12. Ensure good communication with patients regarding their Imaging investigations.
13. Follow established departmental Standard Operating Procedures, protocols, policies and will be guided good practice when performing Imaging tasks.
14. Working with the Head of department support the development of SOPs and challenge current practice as technology and techniques develop.
15. Participate in departmental teaching and mandatory training sessions including instillation of drops.
16. Provide training and supervision for junior staff.
17. Make departmental representation when requested by senior managers.
18. Continuously review and assess your work so that you maintain and improve the quality of the imaging performed.
19. Plan and prioritise your own workload; ensuring targets are met in a timely manner.
20. Identify the knowledge, skills and experience needed for successful professional and personal development.
21. Provide computer graphic services and operate several information systems relating to imaging.
22. Assist medical staff in downloading clinical images and assist with the reception desk.
23. Help with printing clinical images when necessary.

There is a frequent requirement for sitting in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working time whilst performing imaging tasks that require frequent intense concentration and patience.

This role will require frequent requirement for intense concentration.

In incidents of adverse reactions to fluorescein or other intravenous imaging agents, there may be occasional exposure to distressing circumstances and highly unpleasant working conditions.

You may be assigned to different imaging clinics as instructed by the Head or by a senior member of staff. Medical Imaging operates a rotation system so that every staff get opportunities to learn and develop their skills in the use of imaging modalities.

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree or equivalent experience in photography / imaging sciences.
• Over two years’ experience of imaging
• Knowledge and understanding of anatomy and pathology of the eye
• Fluorescein angiography/ICG imaging experience
• Good communication skills, particularly to patients regarding their Imaging investigations.
• Capable of performing complex ophthalmic imaging tasks without supervision.
• Competent in IT skills
• Team player
• Pleasant reassuring manner
• Work on own initiative

We are so grateful for the commitment and devotion of our Bank Staff Nurses, so are pleased to offer the following benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• Weekly salary
• Staffing Bank workers can contribute to their NHS pension
• Priority of shifts over all agency workers
• Competitive pay

Apply now for this fantastic opportunity by uploading your CV, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.