Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Ophthalmic Vision Science Technician - Potters Bar

The closing date is 17 June 2025

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic inquisitive minded individual who are from nurturing caring background to join our dynamic ophthalmology team at Moorfield's Potters Bar , Barnet Road , Potters Bar , EN6 2RY

The Role involves working in partnership with multi professional team of nurses , doctors and optometrists to support in taking diagnostic imaging as part of cataract , Glaucoma and Medical Retina .

You will work closely with qualified nursing staff in providing high quality individualised care to a defined group of service users, relatives and carers.

Ensuring the safety and well-being of service users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and confidentiality through the adoption of person-centred care principles.

Main duties of the job

To attain competencies, by following the Trusts required protocol for cataract , Medical Retina and Glaucoma.

To support qualified staff in the assessment of health needs, planning, delivery and evaluation of care for a number of individuals or groups of patients, including clinical risk assessment for theatre.

To exercise a reasonable and agreed degree of professional autonomy and make judgements and decisions in order to satisfy the expectations and demands of the job.

To undertake clinical work and related tasks as delegated by qualified nursing staff following appropriate training and assessment of competency.

To liaise effectively with all stakeholders in the care process, including carers and relatives, aspiring to provide an effective, seamless and integrated service to patients.

To attain competencies, by following the Trusts required protocol.

To act as chaperone when required.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

10 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,039 to £31,088 a year incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-DN-7244077

Job locations

Potters Bar Community Hospital

Barnet Road

Potters Bar

EN6 2RY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities of the role is to work as part of multi disciplinary team assessing , planning and implementation of care to our ophthalmology patients through diagnostic imaging , pre assessment and preparing patients for surgery. Supporting health promotions and caring for the eye.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities of the role is to work as part of multi disciplinary team assessing , planning and implementation of care to our ophthalmology patients through diagnostic imaging , pre assessment and preparing patients for surgery. Supporting health promotions and caring for the eye.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • At least GCSE or Equivalent
  • NVQ Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 3

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good Communication (Writing and Speaking)
  • IT skills
  • Demonstrate good customer skills

Desirable

  • Experience within working in health care setting
  • Demonstration working as a team

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working with patient

Desirable

  • Ophthalmic experience
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • At least GCSE or Equivalent
  • NVQ Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 3

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good Communication (Writing and Speaking)
  • IT skills
  • Demonstrate good customer skills

Desirable

  • Experience within working in health care setting
  • Demonstration working as a team

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working with patient

Desirable

  • Ophthalmic experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Potters Bar Community Hospital

Barnet Road

Potters Bar

EN6 2RY


Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Potters Bar Community Hospital

Barnet Road

Potters Bar

EN6 2RY


Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Manager

Renu William

renu.williams1@nhs.net

07545656583

Details

Date posted

10 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,039 to £31,088 a year incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-DN-7244077

Job locations

Potters Bar Community Hospital

Barnet Road

Potters Bar

EN6 2RY


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