Trainee Health Screener

InHealth Group; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Trainee Health Screener to support eye screening services in Berkshire. The role requires compassionate individuals who can engage with patients and manage basic technology for eye examinations. Candidates must be flexible, possessing a driving licence and the willingness to complete a Health Screener Diploma. This position offers a starting salary of £24,523, reflecting a commitment to quality patient care across multiple clinics.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic individual.
• Capable of taking detailed, close-up pictures of the eye.
• Adaptable and a quick thinker.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patients are welcomed and comfortable during screening.
• Conduct the screening checklist to ensure safety.
• Administer eye drops and take photographs.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Customer service

Problem-solving

Driving licence

Job description

Position Overview

Role: Trainee Health Screener – Berkshire. You will work across multiple clinic locations. You must have a driving licence and access to a car. Salary: £24,523 rising upon completion of your diploma.

Diabetic Eye Screening

Some people with diabetes develop serious complications with their eyes, called diabetic retinopathy. If untreated, it can lead to sight loss. Diabetic eye screening is a test to check for eye problems caused by diabetes. Pictures are taken of the back of the eye to identify changes before sight is affected.

Main Duties

• Ensure patients are welcomed and comfortable throughout the screening process.
• Undertake the screening checklist to ensure a safe environment.
• Basic maintenance of the camera and equipment.
• Safely administer eye drops and take photographs ensuring correct field of view.
• Identify patients requiring urgent referral at the time of screening.
• Maintain sufficient stock of consumables.

About Us

InHealth is the UK’s largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. We support more than 5 million people in their healthcare journeys, the majority of whom are NHS patients and service users.

Who We’re Looking For

• Compassionate, empathetic individuals.
• Willing to travel to screening services in Berkshire.
• Capable of taking detailed, close‑up pictures of the eye and remaining composed.
• Adaptable, quick thinkers who can resolve problems.
• Flexible with occasional evening and weekend work; committed to completing the Health Screener Diploma within the required timescale.
• Individuals who enjoy working with the public and providing customer service.
• Full driving licence and access to a car.

Career Progression Opportunities

• Screener / Grader
• Arbitration Grader
• Referral Outcome Grader
• OCT Examiner
• OCT Grader
• Slit Lamp Examiner
• Team Leader/Management

Application Process

We appreciate your interest. If you have any questions, we can answer them during the application process. Please apply at the link below.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.