Diabetic Eye Screener

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust.**

To independently run diabetic eye screening clinics on behalf of the Cheshire Diabetic Eye Screening Programme. The aim of the Cheshire DESP is to reduce the risk of sight loss amongst people with diabetes by inviting all eligible people for screening to ensure the early detection and appropriate monitoring and treatment of diabetic retinopathy.
- Travel to the screening location and arrive punctually to start clinic.
- Establish a rapport with patients and explain the diabetic eye screening process.
- Complete a basic visual acuity test.
- Administer eye drops.
- Operate a retinal camera to take retinal images.
- Recognise signs of Diabetic Retinopathy to triage images into the correct grading queue.
- Problem solve should any issues arise.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. An organisation with a real sense of community we actively support and develop our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care, delivering the right care first time, every time.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.