Ophthalmic Technician

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Ophthalmic Technician The closing date is 23 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary This post is based at the St. Ann's satellite sites of Moorfields Eye Hospital which is one of the world's leading eye hospitals, providing expertise in clinical care, research and education. The post holder is responsible for assessment of care needs of patients, planning programmes of care, implementation and evaluation of these programmes with direct supervision. The post holder will be a key member in relation to the development of practice on the ward. They will be working independently autonomously and at times without direct supervision, accountable for their own professional actions. Ensuring the safety and well-being of service users, and always working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centered care principles. Our main focus is the treatment and care of NHS patients with a wide range of eye problems, from common complaints to rare conditions which require treatments not available anywhere else in the UK. We treat people at our main hospital base in London's City Road and at 19 satellite facilities in and around the capital, which enables us to provide expert treatment closer to patient's homes. Moorfields has contracts with more than 80 primary care trusts across the country, making us a truly national center for eye care. Main duties of the job Clinical and Patient Care Responsible for carrying out clinical ophthalmic practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based nursing assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for patients is provided from admission through to discharge. Carry out ophthalmic nursing procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards. To take a clear and concise history from patients by assessing their health and well-being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained. Professional Responsibilities Is accountable for his/her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence. Will act in accordance with local, hospital and statutory guidelines and policies including health and safety initiatives. Communication Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multi-disciplinary team regarding patient care. Will communicate with patients and relatives, making reports and liaising as appropriate with medical staff other member of the care team and management. Education & Professional Development Act as a role model, giving guidance, counselling and support to unqualified staff and students. Actively contribute to the teaching programme within the ward. About us What's in it for You? At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering: o Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)o Membership of the NHS Pension Schemeo 24/7 independent counselling supporto Career-long learning and development opportunitieso Excellent transport connectionso Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemeso Free Pilates classeso Full s