Trainee Health Screener Grader

NHS; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wokingham is seeking a Trainee Health Screener Grader to conduct eye screenings for diabetes patients. The role requires compassion, attention to detail, and a willingness to complete the Health Screener Diploma. Candidates must have a full driving license and be adaptable to work schedules. This position offers opportunities for career development in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel to screening services in the Berkshire area.
• Commitment to completing the Health Screener Diploma.
• Full driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that patients feel welcome and comfortable throughout the screening process.
• Administer eye drops and undertake photographs for screening.
• Identify any patients requiring urgent referral.

Skills

Compassionate

Adaptability

Customer service

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Job summary

Diabetic Eye Screening describes a test to check for eye problems caused by diabetes. Some people with diabetes develop serious complications with their eyes, called diabetic retinopathy. If not treated properly, it can lead to sight loss.

Main duties of the job

Diabetic eye screening is a test to check for eye problems caused by diabetes. The eye screening test can find eye problems before sight is affected. Pictures are taken of the back of the eyes to check for any changes.

Role: Trainee Health Screener Grader
Location: Berkshire
Salary: £23,809.50 rising upon completion of your diploma

About us

InHealth is the UKs 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. InHealth supports more than 5 million people in their healthcare journeys, the majority of these are NHS patients and service users. We are a people-focused organisation; our values are Trust, Passion, Care and Fresh Thinking, which underpin 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.

Job responsibilities

Key duties of a Screener

• Ensure that patients are made to feel welcome and comfortable throughout the screening process
• Undertake the screening Checklist to ensure the screening environment is safe (for yourself and your patients)
• Basic maintenance of the camera and equipment to enable the best possible images
• Safely administer eye drops (to enlarge pupils) and undertake photographs ensuring correct field of view
• Identify any patients requiring urgent onward referral at the time of their screening appointment
• Maintain a sufficient stock of consumables to run the clinic

Other opportunities

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

Who are we looking for?

• Compassionate individuals who are empathetic towards the requirements of each patient
• Willingness to travel to screening services in the Berkshire area
• Ability to take detailed/up close pictures of the eye and remain composed
• Adaptable with the ability to think quickly and resolve problems
• Flexible in working week; occasional evening and weekend work may be required and a commitment to completing the Health Screener Diploma
• Interested in a career in a care profession
• Enjoy working with the public, are caring and have a desire to help others
• Commitment to high levels of customer service
• Full driving licence and access to a car for travel to clinics

Disclosure and safeguarding

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required.

Employer details

Employer: InHealth Group

Address: Molly Millars Lane, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2PY

Employer's website: https://www.inhealthgroup.com/