Specialist - New Graduate Orthoptist

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eye care institution in the UK is seeking a highly motivated Specialist Orthoptist to join their dedicated team. The role involves assessing and managing a wide range of ocular conditions, collaborating closely with specialist services, and supporting patients of all ages. Candidates should have a degree in Orthoptics and a strong commitment to high-quality patient care. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme

24/7 independent counselling support

Career-long learning and development opportunities

Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes

Free Pilates classes

Qualifications

• Experience in orthoptic assessment and management of complex ocular conditions.
• Ability to work independently in a clinical environment.
• Commitment to professional development and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct orthoptic assessments and manage new patients referred to the department.
• Evaluate visual acuity and behavior in various patient demographics.
• Plan and implement orthoptic treatment for patients of all ages.
• Collaborate effectively with specialist services to ensure patient care.

Skills

Orthoptic assessment and diagnosis

Collaboration with specialist services

Communication skills

Patient management

Education

Degree in Orthoptics

Job description

Main duties across both sites would include a investigation, diagnosis and management of patients across range of sub-speciality clinics including , motility, neuro-ophthalmology, adnexal, rapid access, MaxFax, paediatric cataract / glaucoma and general orthoptic clinics. The service also supports highly specialised paediatric clinics alongside children vision clinics and a new dedicated SEN services. We also work closely with Croydon University Hospital in supporting the stroke service, neurology, endocrinology and A&E.

Responsibilities

• a) To be responsible for the orthoptic assessment, diagnosis and appropriate management of new patients referred to the orthoptic department. This patient group comprises all cases of strabismus and amblyopia, highly complex congenital and acquired ocular motility disorders, nystagmus, congenital and acquired orbital and adnexal disorders, congenital and acquired neurological conditions, congenital and developmental ocular abnormalities, genetic disorders and systemic diagnoses with associated ocular abnormalities.
• b) To be responsible for evaluation of visual acuity and visual behaviour in referrals from the specialist services, particularly strabismus and paediatric referrals, PCC and A&E. This includes all infants and young children, patients of all ages with poor cooperation, adult illiterates, functional visual loss and learning disabled patients.
• c) To be responsible for the orthoptic assessment, diagnosis and appropriate management of new and follow‑up patients seen in any of the Moorfields clinics.
• d) To be responsible as an independent practitioner for planning, implementing and monitoring orthoptic treatment for patients of all ages and for appropriately following up patients who fail to attend or comply with treatment, in conformance with Trust and departmental policies.
• e) To be responsible as an independent practitioner for orthoptic monitoring of patients under the care of specialist services and for re‑referral to specialist services if indicated.
• f) To collaborate with the specialist services to ensure appropriate and effective patient management. This includes patients attending the Neuro‑ophthalmology, Strabismic, Orbital and Toxin.
• g) As an autonomous practitioner, to be responsible for the decision to instil drops for diagnostic and refractive purposes, the appropriate strength required and to advise patients / parents / carers of side effects accordingly, in line with Patient Group Direction (PGD).
• h) To participate in monthly service teaching session, support learners and proactively engage in appraisal process.

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 [email protected].

About Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for a highly motivated Specialist Orthoptist with experience or a new graduate looking for their first qualified role within a highly dedicated team.

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. Construction is well underway on our groundbreaking new centre in Camden, a joint initiative between Moorfields Eye Hospital, UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity. This modern, flexible facility will bring together eye care, research, and education under one roof—enabling transformative innovation and collaboration like never before. Could you be part of this future? Make us more.

Benefits

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.