Job summary
These posts are due to commence 1st August 2025
Pre-registration optometrists gain experience in diagnostic, pre- & post- operative, paediatric and routine refraction, contact lenses, low vision assessment, spectacle dispensing and automated visual field analysis.
Every case is discussed with one of the experienced senior members of the department. Each pre-reg is encouraged to undertake increasingly complex work as the year progresses and will work as part of a team alongside other professional staff.
We organise regular sessions for the pre-reg's to undertake full routine eye examinations on patients referred for VDU assessments in the hospital, and also in a community practice.
Tutorials and mock exams are arranged throughout the year. Observations in clinics include Glaucoma, A&E, General Ophthalmology, Medical Retina, Strabismus, and the Orthoptic department. All our staff are welcome to attend the hospital's evening lectures as well as the Optometry Department's weekly teaching.
Main duties of the job
1. To participate in optometric services which include (under direct supervision):
Diagnostic, pre and post op, and non-tolerance refractions Medical/ clinically necessary contact lens management Low vision assessment Spectacle dispensing Visual fields/ "Virtual" glaucoma clinics VDU staff eye examinations
2. To attend a community practice once a fortnight to carry out routine eye examinations, contact lens fitting and aftercares and spectacle dispensing under the supervision of a registered Pre-Registration Supervisor.
3. To carry out one additional weekly lunch time and evening session in spectacle dispensing.
4. To observe in extended role clinics under the supervision of a Senior Consultant. These include Glaucoma, Medical Retina, Primary Care and A&E
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 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate in optometric services which include (under direct supervision):
Diagnostic, pre and post op, and non-tolerance refractions
Medical/ clinically necessary contact lens management
Low vision assessment
Spectacle dispensing
Visual fields/ Virtual glaucoma clinics
VDU staff eye examinations
To attend a community practice once a fortnight to carry out routine eye examinations, contact lens fitting and aftercares and spectacle dispensing under the supervision of a registered Pre-Registration Supervisor.
To carry out one additional weekly lunch time and evening session in spectacle dispensing.
To observe in extended role clinics under the supervision of a Senior Consultant. These include Glaucoma, Medical Retina, Primary Care and A&E.
To attend timetabled pre-registered optometrist tutorials held either in the evenings or during lunch time. These tutorials will form the base for induction to hospital optometry and revision for the College of Optometrist Scheme for registration.
To attend department teaching sessions.
To submit continuous Case Records as and when required by the Supervisor.
To maintain a record of all patients seen during the training year.
To be assessed for core competencies as required by the relevant professional bodies.
Any other duties which may be required by the Head of Optometry Department or Clinical Supervisor.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To participate in optometric services which include (under direct supervision):
Diagnostic, pre and post op, and non-tolerance refractions
Medical/ clinically necessary contact lens management
Low vision assessment
Spectacle dispensing
Visual fields/ Virtual glaucoma clinics
VDU staff eye examinations
To attend a community practice once a fortnight to carry out routine eye examinations, contact lens fitting and aftercares and spectacle dispensing under the supervision of a registered Pre-Registration Supervisor.
To carry out one additional weekly lunch time and evening session in spectacle dispensing.
To observe in extended role clinics under the supervision of a Senior Consultant. These include Glaucoma, Medical Retina, Primary Care and A&E.
To attend timetabled pre-registered optometrist tutorials held either in the evenings or during lunch time. These tutorials will form the base for induction to hospital optometry and revision for the College of Optometrist Scheme for registration.
To attend department teaching sessions.
To submit continuous Case Records as and when required by the Supervisor.
To maintain a record of all patients seen during the training year.
To be assessed for core competencies as required by the relevant professional bodies.
Any other duties which may be required by the Head of Optometry Department or Clinical Supervisor.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the GOC as student
- 3 Science A levels or equivalent.
Desirable
- Achieved/Expected to get BSc (Hons) Optometry
- Expected 2.1 or higher degree
- Prizes in clinical/ hospital related subjects
Knowledge & Experience
Desirable
- Voluntary or employed work in hospital,
Skills
Essential
- 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 interpret patients ocular status and initiate an appropriate management plan
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the GOC as student
- 3 Science A levels or equivalent.
Desirable
- Achieved/Expected to get BSc (Hons) Optometry
- Expected 2.1 or higher degree
- Prizes in clinical/ hospital related subjects
Knowledge & Experience
Desirable
- Voluntary or employed work in hospital,
Skills
Essential
- 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 interpret patients ocular status and initiate an appropriate management plan
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
