Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship
Trainee Ocularist
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Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
At Moorfields, people’s sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible.
For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence.
We're also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it’s pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we’re united by one mission—delivering world-class eye health, sustainably and at scale.
And we’re just getting started.
From 2027, we’ll move to our brand-new Oriel site in St Pancras, Camden—a state-of-the-art centre that will unite eye care, research, and education under one roof. This groundbreaking facility, developed in partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity, will enable transformative innovation and collaboration like never before.
Could you be part of this future? Make us more.
Job Overview
With supervision to undertake the manufacturing of ocular prosthetics for Adult patients.
To develop specialist skills to design, fabricate, clinically fit custom made ocular and other complex custom made medical devices.
To assist in provisions of rehabilitation of patients who have undergone radical surgery for disease, trauma and malignancy by means of highly specialized skill.
To develop skills and knowledge in ocular prosthetics, being signed off by senior ocularists.
Main duties of the job
- To carry out prosthetic rehabilitation under supervision.
- To demonstrate high levels of artistic ability
- To mould, fit and paint a definitive artificial eye
- To assist in the maintenance of the department’s quality control system by adherence to ISO13485:2016 standard
- To be able carry out tasks for Quality Management Services and any other duties required outside your job role
Working for our organisation
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
- Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
- 24/7 independent counselling support
- Career-long learning and development opportunities
- Excellent transport connections
- Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.
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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
- To evaluate patients for their appropriate prosthetic rehabilitation - under supervision.
- To develop skills to clinically design, prescribe, fabricate and fit custom made artificial eyes, cosmetic shells, and other complex medical devices as required under supervision.
- To develop skills to analyse complex sockets, devise and undertake an appropriate treatment plan for the patient.
- To demonstrate high levels of artistic ability for iris painting in the patient’s presence. To develop skills and demonstrate an understanding of all prosthetic manufacturing techniques using specialized complex laboratory equipment. To fabricate medical devices that comply fully with medical device legislation.
- To mould, fit and paint a definitive pattern prior to the manufacture and subsequent supply of a customised artificial eye. Advising on future treatments that may be required and the daily routine of inserting removing and cleansing.
- Under supervision, to create and produce customised conformers, which may or may not involve visiting the operating theatre or wards to mould and/or fit the ocular defect.
- Under supervision, to instill anaesthetic drops, mould, fit and paint a definitive pattern prior to the manufacture and subsequent supply of a customised cosmetic shell (cosmetic scleral lens).
- To follow local processes to advise on the daily routine of inserting, removing, cleansing wearing times with further advice on follow up treatments and cleaning fluids.
- To accurately record details of treatment and procedures carried out during an appointment in the patient’s hospital records.
- To observe and participate in counselling sessions provided by the team for emotional support pre and postoperatively to patients requiring radical disfiguring excisional surgery necessary for trauma, disease or malignancy and for those with terminal conditions.
- To demonstrate empathy and persuasive skills especially when dealing with patients with learning difficulties.
Person specification
Face to Face
Essential criteria
- Educated to GCSE level (Including English and Maths to GCSE A-C) or equivalent qualification
- Educated to A-level and/or University Degree or equivalent level of experience
Desirable criteria
- Further signs of education or training
- Arts or Dental degree
Experience
Essential criteria
- Healthcare experience working with patients
Desirable criteria
- Background in prosthetics
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary service, maintaining an excellent working relationship with staff at various levels
- Ability to work under pressure and deadlines
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Desirable criteria
- Knowledge and working experience in a relevant fields
Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.
Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net.
Moorfields Eye Hospital does not charge applicants any recruitment or sponsorship fees. Our website and published contact details are the only authorised channels for applications and verification of job offers.
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us
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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
- Trainee Ocularist (PDF, 304.6KB)
- MEH Staff Benefits (PDF, 919.1KB)
- MEH Privacy Notice (PDF, 138.0KB)
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Further details / informal visits contact
- Name: Amanuddin Ahmed
- Job title: Ocular Prosthetics Service Manager
- Email address: amanuddin.ahmed@nhs.net
If you have problems applying, contact
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- Telephone: emma.blake10@nhs.net
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