Ophthalmic Vision Science Practitioner

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Ophthalmic Vision Science (OVS) Practitioner to provide diagnostic imaging across Moorfields’ services at City Road and other sites. You will perform retinal imaging, OCT and angiography, ensuring high-quality images and patient communication throughout the imaging process.

The role requires a degree in imaging sciences and at least 2 years’ ophthalmic imaging experience, with AHCS registration desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in imaging sciences.
• A minimum of 2 years ophthalmic imaging experience.
• Desirable: AHCS registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic imaging for Moorfields across the Trust and satellites.
• Perform imaging procedures including fundus photography, OCT and angiography.
• Maintain equipment and ensure patient communication and safety during imaging.

Skills

Ophthalmic imaging

Fundus photography

OCT imaging

Angiography

Patient communication

Education

Degree in photography / imaging sciences

Tools

Heidelberg

Topcon

Optos

Optovue

Zeiss

Job description

YOU MAKE US MORE

Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

At Moorfields, people's sight matters-and so do the people who make it possible.

For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence.

We're also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it's pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we're united by one mission-delivering world-class eye health, sustainably and at scale.

And we're just getting started.

From 2027, we'll move to our brand-new site in St Pancras, Camden-a state-of-the-art centre that will unite eye care, research, and education under one roof - Moorfields and UCL Centre for Eye Health. This groundbreaking facility, developed in partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity, will enable transformative innovation and collaboration like never before.

Could you be part of this future? Make us more.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Moorfields' Ophthalmic Vision Science (OVS) Practitioner team within the Medical Imaging and Ultrasound Department. The post holder will work at City Road and other sites as required providing the diagnostic imaging for services across Moorfields.

Main duties of the job

The responsibilities include

1. To provide diagnostic imaging services across Moorfields' including the Trust's satellite clinics, private patients and other sites as necessary.
2. To 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. To make 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) across all ages and with a wide variety of eye conditions.

Working for our organisation

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:

• Salary including High-Cost Area Supplement
• Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
• Free 24/7 independent counselling service
• Learning and development opportunities
• Easy and quick transport links
• A range of attractive benefits and discounts
• Access to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount Schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• Flexible working friendly organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

1. To provide diagnostic imaging for services across Moorfields' including the Trust's satellite clinics, private patients and other sites as required.
2. To undertake a range of digital angiography and imaging procedures requiring expertise underpinned by theoretical knowledge of the principles underlying fundus photography, digital angiography, auto fluorescence imaging and optical coherence tomography.
3. To make 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 adnexal.
7. Perform slit lamp imaging of anterior segment of the eye using tropical stains 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.
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.

Person specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Degree or equivalent experience in photography / imaging sciences
• A minimum of 2 years ophthalmic imaging experience

Desirable criteria

• Registered with the AHCS

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria

• Over two years' experience of imaging
• Knowledge and understanding of anatomy and pathology of the eye
• Fluorescein angiography/ICG imaging experience
• Experience of use with a range of devices including Heidelberg, Topcon, Optos, Optovue and Zeiss

Skills/abilities

Essential criteria

• Good communication skills, particularly to patients regarding their Imaging investigations.
• Capable of performing complex ophthalmic imaging tasks without supervision
• Competent in IT skills

Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying.

Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.

Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us