Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Healthcare Assistant - Pre-Operative Assessment

The closing date is 03 December 2025

Job summary

We are seeking an exceptional Healthcare Assistant that shares our vision for excellence to work with us here at Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to use their initiative and excellent interpersonal skills as well as learn a range of ophthalmic skills. The post holder will be required to carry out routine procedures to care for patients who are undergoing surgery for patients with many different eye conditions. You will also be expected to support patients and their relatives as required.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a Healthcare assistant to support patients in our pre-assessment pathway and you will be joining our team during an exciting time as we rethink how we provide care for patients and their families.

You will receive a full induction, training & competency package and you will receive supervision from senior team members.

The role is based in our Moorfields Eye Hospital at City Road.

The successful candidate will be required to be flexible, enthusiastic and committed to bringing the highest level of ophthalmic care to people, reflected in our Trust's core belief that "People's sight matters".

Previous healthcare assistant experience of working in an acute hospital setting would be essential, as well as a good standard of education including numeracy and literacy, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.

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.

Date posted

01 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,546 to £32,207 a year Per Annum, Inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

273-DC-7629718

Job locations

City Road

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Participates in the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse contributes towards department organisation.

Gives support to registered nurses and other clinical staff in the provision of a safe and caring environment

competent in ECG skills and performs ECG when indicated by guidelines or when requested by clinicians.

The post holder will carry out diagnostic testing after training and achievement of the available competencies. The tests required will include: HBA1C testing; ECG; vital sign measurements and report any abnormalities.

Will carry the ECG bleep and assist in medical emergencies around the site when required to do so

To work in accordance with Moorfields values; equity, excellence and kindness

Job description

Job responsibilities

Participates in the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse contributes towards department organisation.

Gives support to registered nurses and other clinical staff in the provision of a safe and caring environment

competent in ECG skills and performs ECG when indicated by guidelines or when requested by clinicians.

Will carry the ECG bleep and assist in medical emergencies around the site when required to do so

To work in accordance with Moorfields values; equity, excellence and kindness

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health Care
Good General Education

Experience

Essential

Working in a Hospital Setting for at least 6 months
Working as part of a team and an understands the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Must be competent in performing assigned tasks/Skills e.g. basic observations, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, etc.
Must be competent in 12 lead ECG skills and have experience performing this skill

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Demonstrate an understanding of the need for maintaining dignity, privacy and confidentiality
Ability to use technical equipment after training, e.g.: Manual B/P machines, Glucometers, etc
IT skills in using hospital systems

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health Care
Good General Education

Experience

Essential

Working in a Hospital Setting for at least 6 months
Working as part of a team and an understands the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Must be competent in performing assigned tasks/Skills e.g. basic observations, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, etc.
Must be competent in 12 lead ECG skills and have experience performing this skill

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Demonstrate an understanding of the need for maintaining dignity, privacy and confidentiality
Ability to use technical equipment after training, e.g.: Manual B/P machines, Glucometers, etc
IT skills in using hospital systems

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

City Road

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

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

City Road

162 City Road

London

EC1V 2PD

Employer's website

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