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Main area: Optometry
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Fixed term: 24 months (24 Month Programme)
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 273-DC-7085428
Site: Moorfields Eye Hospital NHSFT
Town: London
Salary: £44,806 - £53,134 Per Annum Inclusive of HCAS
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 24/04/2025 23:59
Moorfields - A global leader in Ophthalmology
We are Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Founded in 1804, Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world-class centre of excellence for eye health services, ophthalmic research, and education.
With more than 2,300 staff we are proud to be supported by one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS. Every year we treat more than 700,000 patients at City Road in central London and at our 22 satellites sites, and, in partnership with the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre we lead one of the most impactful ophthalmic research programmes in the world.
This is an exciting time to join Moorfields. The pandemic fast-tracked a huge amount of innovation which is changing the way we work and deliver care.
Job overview
This training position provides a unique opportunity for optometrists to gain specialist training in a broad range of hospital optometry. The successful applicants will be offered comprehensive experience in hospital clinical work including complex contact lens (including cosmetic & scleral), LVA, refraction, spectacle dispensing, plus specialist training in medical retina, cataract and glaucoma extended role.
They will also be introduced to clinical teaching, audit, research and management.
By the end of the training the post holders should be ready to apply for a hospital specialist optometrist position.
*Please Note*
This role involves the successful candidate undertaking an Advanced Clinical Practice in Ophthalmology MSc. Candidates that have previously undertaken or have started the programme will not be considered.
Main duties of the job
Completion of this hospital optometry training post should prepare you to be ready to take a specialist position in the Hospital Eye Service.
You will be offered a comprehensive experience in hospital clinical work and an introduction to teaching, audit, research and management.
To undertake specialist clinical activity; this activity requires regular use of a range of advanced clinical techniques requiring dexterity and concentration. These clinics involve responsibility for clinical decision-making with support from consultants and the provision of specialised diagnosis, management, care and education of patients.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To provide a wide range of optometric services at City Rd and Moorfields’ satellites. To work under the clinical supervision of a senior optometrist or ophthalmologist as appropriate; following Optometry Department and Clinical Service Protocols. Clinical work can include:
* Refraction, including adult and paediatric; diagnostic and post-operative cases
* Low Vision Clinics, adult and paediatric.
* Working in an 'extended role' capacity in a variety of ophthalmology clinics which can include Medical Retina, Glaucoma or Cataract clinics.
* Routine eye examinations for Moorfields’ staff DSE assessments
Person specification
Professional Registration
* GOC registration MCOptom or equivalent
Qualifications
* B.Sc. Hons Optometry or equivalent 2:1 or above
Knowledge and Experience
* Experience of examining patients in a clinical setting
* 1 year pre registered optometrist.
* Hospital pre-reg. experience and clinical work
* Community optometry Post-qualification experience >2 years
Skills and Attributes
* 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 analyse and interpret ocular imaging e.g. OCT, visual fields, topography to a basic clinical level e.g. screening
* Ability to perform cycloplegic retinoscopy
* Ability to interpret patients ocular status and initiate an appropriate management plan
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.
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us
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You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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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