Ophthalmic Imaging Practice Educator

Job overview

Exciting opportunity for the individual who wants to join Moorfields Eye Hospital. We are currently looking for a self-motivated, pro-active individual with both excellent time management and organisational skills to join our Medical imaging team as an Ophthalmic Imaging Practice Educator.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for implementing a training programme dedicated for all levels Ophthalmic Vision Science practitioner to provide high quality Diagnostic Imaging Services at Moorfields’ including the Trust’s satellite and Virtual Clinics, Private Patients and Richard Desmond Children’s Eye Centre (RDCEC). The role encompasses supporting junior staff to develop skills and help to embed a continuous quality improvement culture across the service. The post holder will act as an exemplar and professional role-model in embracing core values of, excellence, equity and kindness.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for implementing a training programme dedicated for all levels Ophthalmic Vision Science practitioner to provide high quality Diagnostic Imaging Services at Moorfields’ including

• Promote evidence-based practice within Medical Imaging and promote an effective learning environment across all sites
• Support and facilitate the competency-based education packages for new staff
• Forge and maintain links with the various academic establishments appropriate to ophthalmic technicians
• Maintain links, and work in co-operation and collaboration with the training and development department
• Develop and implement audit programmes that will evaluate the effectiveness of the skills training and education programmes
• Deliver / organise training / updates for medical devices where required

Please refer to JD for more detail.