Senior HCA / Associate Vision Science Practitioner - Bedford

at  Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of eye health services in the UK and a world-class centre of excellence for ophthalmic research and education. We have a reputation, developed over two centuries, for providing the highest quality of ophthalmic care. Our approximately 2,300 staff are committed to sustaining and building on our pioneering legacy and ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of developments in ophthalmology.
Ophthalmic Imaging is a specialised form of Medical Photography. This imaging specialism is dedicated to the recording and treatment of many disorders of the eye, both common and rare.
Moorfields Eye Hospital has had an Imaging Service since the late 1960s and to this day, Medical Imaging continues to provide a Gold Standard service across a broad range of clinical imaging techniques.
This department is one of the largest of its kind in the United Kingdom, and plays a critical role in supporting the main aim of Moorfields, to be the Centre of Excellence in Ophthalmic care.
Our dedicated team of skilled Ophthalmic Healthcare Science practitioners hold a broad range of expertise in providing a comprehensive imaging service.
To work effectively in a team to provide reliable and high quality imaging service to all patients and service users at MEH NHS Foundation Trust Bedford.
The post holder will be responsible for departmental education, professional development and training opportunities for HCAs; including being an assessor for staff undergoing NVQ training and signing off different competencies. Work with all members of the multi-professional team (nursing, medical imaging, medical, admin, allied healthcare professionals and all members of the management team).
The post holder will also be responsible for setting up and running of any new virtual clinics in the department.
At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:
Salary excluding 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.
Please note, we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Line manage a group of HCAs, managing their annual appraisals and Personal Development Plans are in place for each member of staff
Undertake a range of digital angiography and imaging procedures requiring expertise underpinned by theoretical knowledge of the principles underlying fundus photography, digital angiography, auto fluorescence imaging and optical coherence tomography
Making judgements involving a range of facts which require analysis and comparison to optimise images obtained during digital angiography (e.g. strategies to overcome small pupils, eye movement, cataract, blinking or a combination of these during fluorescein angiography
Follow established departmental policies for imaging techniques and be guided by standard operating procedures and good practice when performing imaging tasks. When performing complex imaging tasks, refer to more senior members of the team for guidance
Perform retinal imaging and image analysis using current standard techniques
Slit lamp imaging of anterior segment of the eye using tropical stains as appropriate
Clinical imaging of the external eye and ocular Adnex
Continuously review work to maintain and improve quality of imaging performed
Identify the knowledge and skills needed for successful personal development
Undertake all mandatory training including instillation of dilating drops .
Provide computer graphic services and operate several information systems relating to imaging. Assist medical staff in downloading clinical images and printing, and help with PowerPoint presentations
Well-developed physical skills (manual dexterity) to fulfil duties. These are needed to capture in focus images during angiography Responsibility for the safe use of expensive and highly complex imaging equipment.
Uphold quality initiatives that improve ‘customer care’ and enhance the interface between staff, patients and visitors.
To develop within the framework of a personal and professional development plan as agreed with your manager.
To assist the Sisters and Senior Charge Nurse in developing a culture that is challenging, stimulating, rewarding and supportiv