Job summary
These posts are due to commence 1st August 2026 for students undertaking the college of optometrists scheme for registration.
Not suitable for those requiring a clinical learning in practice (CLIP) placement.
Pre-registration optometrists gain experience in diagnostic, pre- & post-operative, paediatric and routine refraction, contact lenses, low vision assessment, spectacle dispensing and automated visual field analysis.
Every case is discussed with one of the experienced senior members of the department. Each pre-reg is encouraged to undertake increasingly complex work as the year progresses and will work as part of a team alongside other professional staff.
We organise regular sessions for the pre-reg's to undertake full routine eye examinations on patients referred for VDU assessments in the hospital, and also in a community practice.
Tutorials and mock exams are arranged throughout the year. Observations in clinics include Glaucoma, A&E, General Ophthalmology, Medical Retina, Strabismus, and the Orthoptic department. All our staff are welcome to attend the hospital's evening lectures as well as the Optometry Department's weekly teaching.
Main duties of the job
1. To participate in optometric services which include (under direct supervision):
* Diagnostic, pre and post op, and non-tolerance refractions
* Medical/ clinically necessary contact lens management
* Low vision assessment
* Spectacle dispensing
* Visual fields/ "Virtual" glaucoma clinics
* VDU staff eye examinations
1. To attend a community practice once a fortnight to carry out routine eye examinations, contact lens fitting and aftercares and spectacle dispensing under the supervision of a registered Pre-Registration Supervisor.
2. To carry out one additional weekly lunch time and evening session in spectacle dispensing.
3. To observe in extended role clinics under the supervision of a Senior Consultant. These include Glaucoma, Medical Retina, Primary Care and A&E.
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: 10 April 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £31,944 to £34,937 a year Per Annum, Inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 24 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 273-DC-7078773
Job locations:
Moorfields Eye Hospital
City Road
London
EC1V 2PD
Job description Job responsibilities
1. To participate in optometric services which include (under direct supervision):
* Diagnostic, pre and post op, and non-tolerance refractions
* Medical/ clinically necessary contact lens management
* Low vision assessment
* Spectacle dispensing
* Visual fields/ Virtual glaucoma clinics
* VDU staff eye examinations
4. To attend a community practice once a fortnight to carry out routine eye examinations, contact lens fitting and aftercares and spectacle dispensing under the supervision of a registered Pre-Registration Supervisor.
5. To carry out one additional weekly lunch time and evening session in spectacle dispensing.
6. To observe in extended role clinics under the supervision of a Senior Consultant. These include Glaucoma, Medical Retina, Primary Care and A&E.
7. To attend timetabled pre-registered optometrist tutorials held either in the evenings or during lunch time. These tutorials will form the base for induction to hospital optometry and revision for the College of Optometrist Scheme for registration.
8. To attend department teaching sessions.
9. To submit continuous Case Records as and when required by the Supervisor.
10. To maintain a record of all patients seen during the training year.
11. To be assessed for core competencies as required by the relevant professional bodies.
12. Any other duties which may be required by the Head of Optometry Department or Clinical Supervisor.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications Essential
* Registration with the GOC as student
* 3 Science A levels or equivalent.
Desirable
* Achieved/Expected to get BSc (Hons) Optometry - Expected 2.1 or higher degree
* Prizes in clinical/ hospital related subjects
Knowledge & Experience Essential
* Good understanding of hospital optometry work
Desirable
* Voluntary or employed work in hospital
Skills Essential
* Regular use of a slit-lamp to examine the anterior and posterior eye with specialist lenses
* Regular and competent performance of retinoscopy
* Ability to use Electronic patient record systems
* Ability to interpret patients ocular status and initiate an appropriate management plan
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name: Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address:
Moorfields Eye Hospital
City Road
London
EC1V 2PD
Employer's website
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
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