Paediatric School Vision Screener/Ophthalmic Technician | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust; Lakenheath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major London teaching hospital is seeking an ophthalmic technician to join their Eye Care Team. This role involves screening vision in children at primary schools and supporting various orthoptic tasks. Responsibilities include using advanced ophthalmic equipment and maintaining clinic organization. Ideal candidates should demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to work independently. The position is essential in ensuring high-quality ophthalmic service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Test vision and visual fields using ophthalmic equipment.
• Deliver vision screening for reception-aged children in schools.
• Record and manage outcomes of vision tests.
• Communicate effectively with children to explain testing requirements.
• Support ophthalmic services and maintain clinic organization.

Job description

Overview

This role is an ophthalmic technician/vision screener position at a major London teaching hospital. In term time, the role visits Lambeth primary schools to screen vision in reception-aged children. It also supports orthoptic tasks with vision, secondary screening clinics, and hess charts. In school holidays, the role tests vision, assesses intra-ocular pressure, visual fields, and conducts scans such as corneal tomography, OPTOS and OCT prior to ophthalmologist assessment. The post-holder helps ensure the smooth running of ophthalmology clinics and keeps clinics well stocked and tidy.

Responsibilities

• Part of the Eye Care Team, testing vision and visual fields and using equipment such as auto-refractors and ophthalmic imaging devices.
• Deliver a high-quality orthoptic-led vision screening service for all eligible reception-age children across Lambeth; carry out vision assessments in state and independent schools (unsupervised).
• Record outcomes of vision screening tests according to the agreed protocol; refer children who do not meet the visual standard; carry out administrative duties related to vision screening including accurate record keeping.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team; demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills with children to gain accurate test results and explain requirements.
• Support the provision of ophthalmic services at St Thomas’ Hospital and help maintain stock and clinic organization.

About the Trust

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield, and community services in Lambeth and Southwark. It is part of King’s Health Partners and has a long history of high-quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. The Trust is one of the UK’s largest NHS employers with around 22,700 staff and aims to reflect the diversity of the communities it serves.

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This advert closes on Sunday 28 Sep 2025