Trainee Health Screener

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Leeds is seeking a Trainee Health Screener for a full-time, permanent role. Ideal candidates will be compassionate and capable of making patients feel comfortable during screenings. Responsibilities include administering eye drops, capturing detailed photographs, and maintaining equipment. A valid driving license and access to a car are required, along with a commitment to complete the Health Screener Diploma. This role offers an annual salary of £24,523, with potential for growth upon diploma completion.

Qualifications

• Compassionate individuals able to empathize with patients.
• Comfortable taking detailed close pictures of eyes.
• Willing to travel with a valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients feel welcome during screenings.
• Administer eye drops safely and capture photographs.
• Identify patients needing urgent referral.

Skills

Empathy

Problem-solving

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Health Screener Diploma

Job description

Role: Trainee Health Screener

Location: Leeds – you will work across different clinic locations in Leeds. A driving licence and access to a car are required for the role. Salary: £24,523 rising upon completion of your diploma.

We appreciate that not many people know what the role of a screener is. The Diabetic Eye Screening test checks for eye problems caused by diabetes, potentially preventing sight loss. Pictures are taken of the back of the eyes to detect changes.

Main Duties of the Job

• Ensure that patients feel welcome and comfortable throughout the screening process
• Undertake the screening checklist to keep the environment safe for patients and yourself
• Basic maintenance of camera and equipment to ensure the best possible images
• Safely administer eye drops to enlarge pupils and capture photographs with correct field of view
• Identify any patients requiring urgent onward referral at the time of their screening appointment
• Maintain sufficient stock of consumables to run the clinic

About Us

Health is the UK’s largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. Our aim is to make healthcare better for patients by working collaboratively with the NHS to deliver a range of high‑quality tests, scans, assessments and procedures. Over the last year we have supported more than five million people in their healthcare journeys, the majority of whom are NHS patients and service users.

As a people‑focused organisation, our teams are integral to how we deliver our services. Our values of Trust, Passion, Care and Fresh Thinking underpin everything we do, influencing how we interact with patients, customers and colleagues.

Our mission is to be the preferred provider of high‑quality diagnostics and healthcare solutions in hospitals and in accessible community settings, serving patients from 1,000 locations by 2025.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Compassionate individuals who are empathetic towards the needs of each patient
• Someone willing and able to travel to screening services in the Leeds area; a full driving licence and access to a car required
• Individuals comfortable taking detailed close pictures of the eye and remaining composed under pressure
• Adaptable people with the ability to think quickly and solve problems
• Flexible with working hours; occasional evening and weekend work may be required and a commitment to completing the Health Screener Diploma within the required timescale
• Those looking for a career in a care profession
• People who enjoy working with the public, are caring and have a strong desire to help others
• People who take pride in the level of customer service they provide

Key Duties of a Screener

• Ensure patients feel welcome and comfortable throughout the screening process
• Undertake the screening checklist to ensure the environment is safe
• Maintain the camera and equipment to produce the best images
• Safely administer eye drops and capture photographs with correct field of view
• Identify patients requiring urgent onward referral at the time of screening
• Maintain sufficient stock of consumables to run the clinic

Our Application Process

Please hit apply if this role interests you. This is a full‑time permanent role. We look forward to answering any questions during the application process.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.