Job of the Week: Work as a Healthcare Assistant

By Dimitris Kouimtsidis

26th Aug 2021 | Local News

Deadline for applications is today, so be quick, don't miss out!
Deadline for applications is today, so be quick, don't miss out!

IT'S tricky in the job market at the moment, but Ealing Nub News is here to help.

Our top pick for Job of the Week is working as a Retinal Screener for Health Intelligence in Ealing and Southall.

What is Retinal Screening?

Some people with diabetes develop serious complications with their eyes, called diabetic retinopathy.

If they don't get this treated properly, it can lead to sight loss.

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.

The perfect candidate for the job:

  • Compassionate individual who is empathetic towards the requirements of each individual patient
  • Someone who is happy to travel to screening services in Ealing and Southall
  • Although Health Intelligence will provide full training, they are looking for individuals who are able to take detailed/up close pictures of the eye and remain composed
  • People who consider themselves adaptable and possess the ability to think quickly and resolve problems
  • Flexible in their working week as occasional weekend work is required and can commit to completing their Health Screener Diploma
  • Those looking for a career in a care profession in their next position
  • Individuals who enjoy working with the public, are caring and have an in built need to help others
  • People who take pride in the level of customer service they offer

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 are taken
  • Safely administer the 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
  • Maintaining a sufficient stock of consumables

The role if full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a salary of £19,500 p/a.

You can apply HERE, deadline for applications is TODAY, January 29.

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