Band 6 Paediatric Physiotherapist

TN United Kingdom; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mobile Diabetic Eye Screener/Photographer to join their dynamic team. This role involves running community-based clinics and providing exceptional care to patients with diabetes. You will be responsible for conducting digital retinal screenings, ensuring compliance with national standards, and maintaining a calm demeanor in a busy environment. A full UK driving license is essential as you will be traveling between sites. If you are passionate about patient care and have a knack for digital photography, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including level 4 in English, Maths, and a Science subject.
• Experience in digital photography and patient screening is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct digital photographic retinal screenings for patients aged 12 and over.
• Set up mobile equipment and adhere to safety protocols during screening sessions.
• Record patient information electronically and obtain consent for data sharing.

Skills

Digital Photography

Patient Screening

Empathy

Communication Skills

Driving License

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs including level 4 in English, Maths, and a Science subject

Job description

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Band 6 Paediatric Physiotherapist, Blackburn

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Client:

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Location:

Blackburn, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job overview

The Lancashire Diabetic Eye Screening Programme is looking to recruit a Mobile Diabetic Eye Screener/Photographer. To provide clinics in the Lancaster and Morecambe area.

As one of our Mobile screeners, you will be joining a busy, professional team of highly skilled individuals. You will run community-based clinics, photograph patients' eyes to assess for diabetic retinopathy, and need to be empathetic and capable of screening patients daily. Support will be provided during training; afterward, you’ll work independently in a pressured environment, so a calm demeanor is essential. We value customer and people focus, caring about patients, and delivering exceptional service.

We have one vacancy in the North Lancs, Lancaster, and Morecambe area, based at Whitegate Drive in Blackpool, with daily clinics in Lancaster. A full UK driving license is essential, as you will be driving a screening vehicle between sites.

Main duties of the job

MAIN DUTIES

• Screening/Digital photography
• Deliver digital photographic retinal screening to patients with diabetes aged 12 and over registered with a Lancashire General Practice.
• Install mobile equipment at designated locations following safety protocols and operational policies.
• Set up rooms for screening sessions according to policies.
• Conduct screening sessions adhering to national standards and protocols.
• Explain procedures to patients as per policies.
• Record patient identity and demographic information electronically.
• Obtain and record consent for screening and data sharing electronically.

Working for our organisation

All employees must comply with employment legislation and good practice standards.

Equality and Diversity: We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to fair treatment regardless of age, sex, marital status, faith, race, disability, sexual orientation, or other unjustified factors.

Health and Safety: Employees are required to follow Trust policies, take reasonable care to avoid injury, and cooperate in statutory compliance.

Infection Control: Compliance with infection prevention policies and mandatory training is required. Report incidents where health or safety is jeopardized.

Safeguarding: All staff are responsible for safeguarding children and adults; guidance is available from your Line Manager.

Data Protection Act: All staff must adhere to the Data Protection Act 1998.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached full Job Description and person specification for detailed role responsibilities.

Person specification

Education

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including level 4 or above in English, Maths, and a Science subject or equivalent.