Trainee Health Screener: Eye Screening & Diploma Path

NHS Jobs; West of England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Trainee Health Screener to cover Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire screening clinics. The role offers 37.5 hours per week (or 30 hours for the right candidate) with potential four-day weeks and some evening/weekend work.

Training will lead to Health Screener Diploma and career progression within Diabetic Eye Screening. Ideally, candidates will be compassionate, adaptable, and able to travel to clinics; full

Qualifications

• Compassionate individuals who are empathetic towards patients' needs.
• Flexible in working week with occasional evenings/weekends.
• Able to take detailed/up-close eye photographs and remain composed.
• Adaptable with ability to think quickly and resolve problems.
• Have a full driving licence and access to a car for travel to clinics.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and put patients at ease throughout the screening process.
• Complete the screening checklist to ensure a safe environment.
• Carry out basic camera/equipment maintenance for high-quality images.
• Safely administer eye drops to enlarge pupils and take photographs with correct field of view.
• Identify patients requiring urgent onward referral during screening appointments.
• Maintain stock of consumables to run the clinic smoothly.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Job description

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Trainee Health Screener to cover Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire screening clinics. The role offers 37.5 hours per week (or 30 hours for the right candidate) with potential four-day weeks and some evening/weekend work.

Training will lead to Health Screener Diploma and career progression within Diabetic Eye Screening. Ideally, candidates will be compassionate, adaptable, and able to travel to clinics; full