BHSCT Diabetic Eye screener/grader Band 4

Job details

• Branch: Belfast HSCT
• Location: Diabetic Eye Screening Programme
• Salary: Band 4 (£27,485 - £30,162)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Opening Date: 20/08/26
• Closes: Thu, 03 September 2026 @ 4:30 PM
• Interview Dates: TBC

Notes

We accept online applications only. If you are submitting a manual application, please post it to: Recruitment Shared Services, Rosewood Villa, Longstone Hospital Site, 73 Loughgall Road, Armagh, BT61 7PR. Applications received after the advertised closing date/time cannot be considered, so please allow enough time for postage. A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week. Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POST: Diabetic Eye Screener/ Grader

LOCATION: Diabetic Eye Screening Programme

BAND: 4/5 (Band 4 until successful completion of Health Screener Diploma)

REPORTS TO: DESP Senior Ophthalmic Practitioner

RESPONSIBLE TO: DESP Programme & Failsafe Manager

Job Summary/Main Purpose

The post holder will be responsible for undertaking retinal photography to detect eye disease in patients with diabetes and subsequent grading of these images in accordance with national screening standards.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the service.

Diabetic eye screening is provided on a daily basis at various locations throughout the Trust, at Ophthalmology outreach centres and at GP practices and other locations across Northern Ireland.

Please note: Whilst you will be employed by the Belfast Trust, you will be required to work at various locations across Northern Ireland as listed in the information sheet.

Main Duties / Responsibilities

For each of the following the post holder will

Participate in the provision of a high quality Diabetic Eye Screening Programme across Northern Ireland on a daily basis.

Undertake all aspects of retinal photography including visual acuity testing, administration of eye drops, taking of retinal photographs, ensuring that all photographs meet the required standard for grading.

Manage and operate the specialist imaging equipment according to set procedures including initial trouble shooting if required.

Consistently produce high quality images and undertake retraining as and when necessary.

Review and grade the images in accordance with national standards and defined protocols, acting upon the grading result as appropriate.

Complete monthly training sets to ensure the grading of images is to the required standard.

Use the IT system to manage the screening clinics, including checking and updating of patient information, taking, review and triage of images and primary grading.

Organise the smooth running of clinics including management of drop in patients and follow up of those who DNA.

Use Trust vehicles to transport mobile cameras to/from screening locations and other facilities such as secure units, renal dialysis departments etc

Ensure there are adequate consumables available for screening clinics.

Participate in quality assurance activities to support service improvement e.g. audit.

Communicate effectively with patients and relatives to assist in their understanding of retinal photography.

Liaise effectively with all members of the multi disciplinary team and GP practice staff.

Promote good management of diabetes to service users.

Adhere to all relevant departmental procedures and Trust policies.

Complete Level 3 Health Screener Diploma in Diabetic Eye Screening & Grading within 2 years of registration.

Undertake ongoing training to keep up to date with technology and knowledge of diabetic eye disease.

Assist with the production of presentation/teaching materials for the screening service.

Participate in annual staff appraisal and regular review to identify any further training and development needs.

Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required by the Senior OSP.

General Responsibilities

Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:

At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.

The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust's Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable.

Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.

Comply with the Trust's Smoke Free Policy.

Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.

Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.

Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.

Maintain high standards of personal accountability.

Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.

Information Governance

All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt.

For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR

Environmental Cleaning Strategy

The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognises the key principle that "Cleanliness matters is everyone's responsibility, not just the cleaners" Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.

Infection Prevention and Control

The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

This includes:-

Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO '5 moments');

Using the correct '7 step' hand hygiene technique;

Being 'bare below the elbows' when in a clinical environment;

Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet);

Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);

Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry;

Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised;

Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.

Personal Public Involvement

Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community were relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust's ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI).

Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information.

http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf

Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

Must have 2 A Levels in Maths,Healthcare, Science or ICT or NVQ Level 4 equivalent in a relevant subject, e.g. Healthcare, Biology, Photography and a minimum of 2 years' experience in a healthcare setting working directly with patients/ clients within hospital or community setting.

OR

HNC/D, BTEC Level 4 or equivalent in

health and social care and minimum of 2

years' experience in a healthcare setting

working directly with patients/ clients within

hospital or community setting.

Hold either City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Diabetic Retinopathy Screening, Imaging and Grading or the Level 3 Health Screener Diploma in Diabetic Eye Screening & Grading and 2 years' experience in diabetic eye screening.

The appointed applicant will be expected to undertake and successfully complete the Level 3 Health Screener Diploma in Diabetic Eye Screening & Grading within 2 years of registration.

Must hold a full driving license valid in the UK and have access to a car.

Shortlisting by Application Form

Must have basic ICT, computer and keyboard skills.

Have excellent communication skills with experience of adapting these to suit any given situation.

Can work on own and manage own workload on a daily basis.

Must be flexible to meet the needs of the service including evening and week end working.

Shortlisting by Application Form /

Interview

NOTE

Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates and one photocopy of same issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative.

If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. Failure to produce evidence will result in a non-appointment.

Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority.

HSC Values

Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention is drawn to the following values for this role