Diabetic Retinopathy Image Grader – Eye Screening

Public Health Wales; Maesycoed; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Wales is seeking a full-time retinal grader to join the Diabetic Eye Screening Wales (DESW) grading team. You will assess retinal images and identify the presence and severity of diabetic eye disease using dedicated software.

This role requires high concentration, adherence to standard operating procedures, and collaboration with clinicians. Welsh language ability is desirable; both Welsh and English speakers are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience grading retinal images or similar medical imaging is desirable.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and guidelines.
• Strong administrative and computer literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Grade retinal images and identify presence and severity of diabetic retinopathy.
• Prioritise cases requiring urgent grading and appropriate action.
• Refer participants to secondary care when necessary and communicate results to participants.
• Respond to queries and liaise with other departments and clinicians.
• Participate in training and quality assurance processes while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Retinal image grading

Attention to detail

Computers / IT skills

Data entry

Tools

Grading software

Job description

Public Health Wales is seeking a full-time retinal grader to join the Diabetic Eye Screening Wales (DESW) grading team. You will assess retinal images and identify the presence and severity of diabetic eye disease using dedicated software.

This role requires high concentration, adherence to standard operating procedures, and collaboration with clinicians. Welsh language ability is desirable; both Welsh and English speakers are welcome to apply.