# Ophthalmic Science Practitioner > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/ophthalmic-science-practitioner/a3fd188b-cd09-4cee-a966-bf955e56f52b - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/ophthalmic-science-practitioner/a3fd188b-cd09-4cee-a966-bf955e56f52b.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Manchester - **Region:** North West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Nurse practitioner - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 Per Annum, Pro Rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Variable shift patterns including evenings and weekends) - **Closing date:** 2026-08-03T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-20T14:51:38.502Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Manchester/Manchester/Manchester_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Ophthalmic_Diagnostic_Imaging/Ophthalmic_Diagnostic_Imaging-v8106290 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8106290?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview This role will be working within the Ophthalmic Imaging & Diagnostics department at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. The  department supports all sub specialties within Ophthalmology by carrying out a number of different imaging services which are used to help measure, diagnose, monitor and treat patients’ eye conditions. The Ophthalmic Imaging department is undergoing a period of development and expansion to meet the needs of our patients and service users, including the implementation of various virtual clinics across various sites within the Manchester area. We are seeking exceptional candidates to work as part of the team to provide a comprehensive imaging service at the highest standard. This is a great opportunity for Ophthalmic Science Practitioners to gain experience in all these areas in a stimulating environment with high levels of support from an experienced and committed team of professionals. ### Main duties of the job To work as part of the Ophthalmic Imaging team to provide high quality imaging service to all patients using a wide range of ophthalmic imaging techniques including: UWF Imaging Optical Coherence Tomography and Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography Humphrey Visual Field Testing Goldmann Visual Field Testing Visual Acuity Testing Patient History Taking Eye drops instillation Fundus Fluorescein Angiography Indocyanine Green Angiography Intraocular Pressure Measuring (GAT and iCare) Anterior Segment OCT Anterior Segment Imaging Topography Administration tasks ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Documents to download’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place.  This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.  You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment.   If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices.  For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Strong Team-work skills - Ability to manage junior members of staff (AOSPs) - Ability to deal with difficult and sometimes stressful situations - Extensive knowledge of Ophthalmic Imaging capture technique - Ability to deal with exposure to bodily fluids and distressing situations likely to occur daily - Highly Motivated and Strong work ethic essential - Ability to work with sometimes challenging and difficult patients - An ability to work autonomously at times or as part of a team **Desirable** - Working knowledge of database management ### Qualifications **Essential** - Level 6 qualification (Science based degree desirable but not essential) or equivalent experience **Desirable** - Further Ophthalmic Course qualifications and certificates ### Knowledge and Experience **Essential** - Previous experience within an Ophthalmic setting - Knowledge of OCT/OCTA - Knowledge of Visual Fields (Humphrey and Goldmann) - Strong knowledge of Ophthalmic Anatomy **Desirable** - A keen interest to learn new Ophthalmic Imaging techniques. - Knowledge of FFA/ICG Angiography - Knowledge of the different brands of Image capture devices - A keen interest to learn ophthalmic pathology and disease recognition ## Documents - [functional requirements (pdf, 933.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10400940) - [job description and personal spec (pdf, 133.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10400939) - [inside mft – your candidate place (pdf, 306.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2890) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.