Job summary Previous applicants need not applyOphthalmic Vision Science (OVS) Assistants are an integral part of the patient pathway at Moorfields and pivotal to our clinical services.The OVS Assistant is part of a multiprofessional team.
The role involves using a range of highly specialised technology and imaging equipment to take various images of the eyes and collect data such as eye pressures and visual fields data.
OVS Assistants also support the patients with their needs, either directly or by escalating appropriately.
This enables clinicians to make important decisions in the care and treatment of our patients.As an OVS Assistant you may be the first person a patient will see and therefore it is important to instil the Trust values within your everyday working practices.Our OVS Assistants are individuals with a real passion for providing high quality healthcare to patients.
The role is the perfect position for those who want to make a real difference to other people's lives.
Main duties of the job The post holder works as part of a team under supervision and will: Participate in the delivery of patient centred care, always maintaining a compassionate and professional attitude.
Contribute to the ward/clinic/department/organisation.
Support senior staff in the provision of a caring and safe environment.
Demonstrate competence in generic and specialist skills following the completion of the appropriate training and education and within twelve months from commencement in role.
Function at a competency level in line with the requirements of the post and achieve and maintain both mandatory and statutory training requirements associated with the role.
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 SupplementOpportunity to join the NHS Pension SchemeFree 24/7 independent counselling serviceLearning and development opportunitiesEasy and quick transport linksA range of attractive benefits and discountsAccess to Blue Light Card and other NHS Discount SchemesFree Pilates classesFull support and training to develop your skillsFlexible working friendly organisation And so much more!
To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.
Job description Job responsibilities Be a competent user of a variety of technical equipment (computerised and mechanical)To attain competencies : In Visual Acuity, eye pressure measurement, instillation of eye drops under the supervision and guidance of the qualified staff nurse, senior technician/HCA , technical skills of OCT, HRT, auto-refraction and visual fields having followed the Trusts required protocol.To act as chaperone when required.To assist with the monitoring of equipment and stocks as required.This list is not exhaustive but gives an outline of the core competency skills that are required in this role in the clinic environment.
Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Basic IT skills Basic Maths and English Desirable Good Communication Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both verbally and in writing to patients and colleagues co Ability and Skills Essential Ability to use diagnostic equipment after training Autonomous working using ophthalmic equipment and managing work load Desirable Experience of using EPR systems Past experience of using ophthalmic diagnostic equipment Personal Qualities Essential demonstrates an understanding of the importance of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Desirable Ability to take responsibility under the overall supervision of the nurse in charge /senior technician, for assigned tasks/routine tasks in any particular clinical area