Senior Ophthalmic Technician

Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship

Greater London

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 38,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Career-long learning

Job summary

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Ophthalmic Technician (Band 4) to help lead the Nelson Health Centre diagnostic hub and support a multi-disciplinary team. The role involves delivering high-quality ophthalmic care and developing care pathways for patients.

The post requires substantial ophthalmic technician experience, with responsibilities including minor ops assistance, intravitreal injections, and recording ocular measurements.

Qualifications

MustHold ophthalmic knowledge and practical patient care experience.
Foundation NVQ4 or Nursing Associate Degree is required.
Experience with ophthalmic equipment and data interpretation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver clinical and therapeutic care within approved care pathways.
Develop and evaluate individual care plans with MDT input.
Assist in minor ops, injections and acute eye service treatments.
Record ophthalmic vital signs and ensure patient comfort and safety.

Skills

Ophthalmic knowledge

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing Associate Degree or Equivalent

Foundation Degree NVQ Level 4

Tools

Photographic equipment

Computers and data handling

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 Oriel site in St Pancras, Camden—a state‑of‑the‑art centre that will unite eye care, research, and education under one roof. 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

We have an excellent opportunity at Moorfields South at St George’s and its satellites (QMR and Nelson Health Centre) for a full time job Band 4 Senior Ophthalmic Technician.

This senior ophthalmic technician staff is part of our plan to lead our diagnostic hub at Nelson Health Centre. The senior ophthalmic technician will be supported by our Ophthalmic Vision Science Practitioner and Nursing staff leading on providing the quality technical skill on our Division.

The post holder should have significant ophthalmic technician experience in a health care setting.

Main duties of the job

To work towards the development and delivery of high standards of patient care by using clearly defined care pathways. The role also requires supporting MDT.

Working for our organisation

What’s in it for You?

At Moorfields, we invest in you—your growth, your wellbeing, your future.

You’ll Join a Flexible, Supportive Organisation Offering

Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
24/7 independent counselling support
Career-long learning and development opportunities
Excellent transport connections
Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
Free Pilates classes
Full support and training to develop your skills

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

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Deliver clinical and therapeutic care to ophthalmic patients as required within set protocols within the scope of the role.
Perform assessment when appropriate, plan and deliver high standards of care.
Provide compassionate, safe and effective care and support to patients in a range of care settings.
Develop, implement and evaluate individual care pathways, using models, protocols, practical and theoretical knowledge under appropriate delegation from a registered nurse.
Support patients to improve and maintain their mental, physical, behavioural health and well‑being.
Care for a patient’s nursing needs whilst promoting comfort and well‑being, ensuring their personal and social needs are met.
The post holder will be expected to continue and maintain clinical skills such as assisting in minor ops, intravitreal injection and emergency treatments in acute eye service. Undertake and perform clinical skills to enhance the delivery of patient care, measure and record specific ophthalmic vital signs such as Visual Acuity, Visual Fields, OCT including dilation of pupils by administering eye drops and measurement of intra ocular pressure using various methods. Taking and recording of vital signs such as Blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration and blood glucose measurement.
Prioritise and manage own workload, recognising where elements of care can safely be delegated to other colleagues, carers and family members.
Provide and receive sensitive information concerning a patient’s medical condition.
Work collaboratively with other MDT members and engage with agencies and community teams to ensure a safe, individualised approach to the admission and discharge of patients.

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential criteria

Nursing Associate Degree or Equivalent experience of current post/practice
Foundation Degree NVQ Level 4

Desirable criteria

Ophthalmic qualification/experience

Knowledge/Experience

Essential criteria

Basic knowledge and understanding of ophthalmic anatomy and physiology
Knowledge of current clinical and ophthalmic technician practice issues
Experience working with photographic equipment, computers, data handling, and interpretation of results.

Desirable criteria

Knowledge of Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance

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.

If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net.

Moorfields Eye Hospital does not charge applicants any recruitment or sponsorship fees. Our website and published contact details are the only authorised channels for applications and verification of job offers.

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

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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