Description
We are seeking a Trainee Health Screener to support our Surrey DES Programme. As a Trainee Health Screener, you will work across various clinics in Surrey, including Horley, Oxted, Redhill, Dorking, Epsom, Leatherhead, Cranleigh, Guildford, and Woking. You will be required to travel to our screening services in the Surrey area.
The role involves ensuring patients are made to feel welcome and comfortable throughout the screening process, undertaking the screening checklist, basic maintenance of the camera and equipment, safely administering eye drops, and identifying patients requiring urgent onward referral.
In return, you will receive a salary of £14,911.60 per year, rising upon successful completion of your diploma to £24,862.66. This is a part-time role, working 22.5 hours per week across 3 full days, with working hours from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
To be successful in this role, you should be compassionate, empathetic, and able to take detailed pictures of the eye. You should also be adaptable, flexible, and able to think quickly and resolve problems.
As a Trainee Health Screener, you will have the opportunity to progress your career in Diabetic Eye Screening, with potential roles including Screener/Grader, Arbitration Grader, Referral Outcome Grader, OCT examiner, OCT grader, Slit Lamp Examiner, and Team Leader/Management.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure patients are made to feel welcome and comfortable throughout the screening process
- Undertake the screening checklist to ensure the screening environment is safe
- Basic maintenance of the camera and equipment
- Safely administer eye drops and undertake photographs
- Identify patients requiring urgent onward referral
- Maintain a sufficient stock of consumables
Requirements:
- Compassionate individuals who are empathetic towards patients
- Ability to travel to screening services in Surrey
- Ability to take detailed pictures of the eye
- Adaptable and flexible with excellent problem-solving skills
- Full driving licence and access to a car
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Opportunities for career progression
- Flexible working hours
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.