Job summary
- Main area
- Ophthalmic Science Practitioner
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- 12 months (FIXED TERM)
- Hours
- Part time
- Other
- Job ref
- 190-0486-DIR
- Employer
- Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Hallamshire Hospital
- Town
- Sheffield
- Salary
- £29,970 - £36,483 pa / pro rata for part time staff
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/07/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 24/07/2025
Employer heading
Ophthalmic Science Practitioner
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
The Directorate of Ophthalmology requires an Ophthalmic Science Practitioner to cover study leave for a fixed period of 12 months, the post is needed on Wednesdays and will be 7.5 hour per week.
The post involves working in Cataract Assessment, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic, and Glaucoma Services and will be based in the Ophthalmic Imaging Department at the Royal Hallamshire, Northern General Eye Centre and Sheffield Children’s Hospital.
The post encompass retinal imaging, biometry, OCT Scanning, Confocal Microscopy, Physiological Measurement and Ultra-sound B Scan and Visual Field Analysis Angiography, applicants should be experienced in performing these procedures.
Applicants will be expected to work collaboratively on a day-to day basis with others to contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the service.
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Main duties of the job
Clinical Imaging
Perform retinal imaging and image analysis using current standard techniques
Slit lamp biomicroscopy & imaging of anterior segment of the eye utilising topical stains as appropriate
Clinical imaging of the external eye and Ocular adnexae
Perform retinal tomography, volumetric analysis of the optic nerve head to screen for glaucomatous neuropathy
Undertake optical coherence tomography of the neuro-sensory retina, optic nerve and retinal nerve fibre layer
Operating theatre imaging and examination of patients under anaesthetic
Ultra-sound B scan
Biometry & corneal k readings
Ophthalmic Investigations
Snellen visual acuity measurement
Log-Mar visual acuity measurement
Auto refraction - determine refractive error for purpose of investigation
Focimetry - determine prescription of optical aids
Microperimetry – static and kinetic technique
Fixation study
Static perimetry (Humphrey)
Pachymetry
Evaluation and analysis of test data implementing additional test strategies as required
This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 12 months due to the post being externally funded. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts taking into consideration the ongoing source of the external funding and the requirement for the post to be maintained.
Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager.
Working for our organisation
- The Trust invests in its staff's professional development, offering training opportunities and career advancement paths.
- They also recognize the importance of balancing personal and professional lives, providing resources to support employees in both areas
- Flexible working options are available, including home working, annualised hours, and career breaks.
- Generous holiday entitlement, pension schemes, and salary sacrifice schemes are also offered.
- Access to a variety of discounts with retailers and service providers is also provided
- STH values and respects its staff and the community it serves.
- The Trust fosters a supportive environment where staff feel valued and appreciated.
- They also offer health and wellbeing support, including free mental health services.
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4. Excellent Location and City Life:
- Sheffield offers a vibrant city life with easy access to the beautiful Peak District countryside.
- Known as the "outdoor city", it's a great place to live and work
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree in Science or equivalent
- Ophthalmic Science & Technology FdSc
- Healthcare Science (Ophthalmic Imaging) BSc
Desirable criteria
- Recognised photographic qualification
- Experience in ophthalmic imaging
- Certificate of Diabetic retinopathy screening
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of Continuing Educational Development
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience working with patients
- Experience in ophthalmic imaging
- Experience in Diabetic Screening
Further Training
Essential criteria
- Ability and willingness to undergo further training and work towards qualifications as necessary
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential criteria
- Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal
- Good Patient inter-action/communication
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work independently and show initiative
- Excellent organisational skills
- Committed to delivering a quality service
- Committed to the Trust’s Clinical Governance programme
- Understand and accept the need to maintain confidentiality
Other Factors
Essential criteria
- Flexible to meet service needs
- Able to work the hours required, reasonably flexible as and when required
- Willing to travel to outreach clinics in the community
Desirable criteria
- Clean UK driving licence
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Pete Toomey
- Job title
- Service Manager, Ophthalmic Imaging
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0114 2713707
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