Diabetic Eye Screening Specialist

3 weeks ago

Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom NEC Full time

About the Role

The Diabetic Eye Screener is a vital member of our team, playing a crucial part in helping individuals living with diabetes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular eye screenings to detect signs of diabetic retinopathy, a condition caused by changes to the blood vessels in the back of the eye due to diabetes.
  • Take photographs of the retina to check for signs of damage to the vessels, perform an initial review of the images, and send them for full assessment (grading).

Day-to-Day Activities

  • Set up and manage your own screening clinic, ensuring a safe and efficient environment.
  • Welcome and interact with service users, providing a positive experience.
  • Undertake general eye health checks, including measuring visual acuity.
  • Administer eye pupil dilation drops as required.
  • Operate photography equipment to capture high-quality images of the retina.
  • Perform daily equipment cleaning and maintenance checks, and troubleshoot any issues that arise.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Full training is provided for new recruits, so prior experience is not necessary.
  • Enrollment on the national Health Screening Diploma course, combining on-the-job training with personal study.
  • Ability to work independently, using initiative and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with patience and understanding when interacting with service users from diverse backgrounds.
  • Valid full driving license and access to a car, as travel is an essential part of the role.
  • Minimum 5 GCSEs, including literacy, numeracy, and IT skills, or equivalent experience.

Benefits and Support

  • Private medical cover, funded by NEC, with the option to add family members at an additional cost.
  • 25 days paid holiday, with the option to buy or sell (FTE).
  • 4 x basic salary life assurance cover, funded by NEC, with the option to increase cover at an additional cost.
  • A Group Pension Plan with excellent employer contributions.
  • A selection of flexible benefits to suit individual needs.
  • Free access to LinkedIn Learning, with over 15,000 courses covering a wide range of subjects.

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