Retinal Grader

At InHealth Intelligence (IHI), we believe that through great people, we can deliver fantastic services to our patients. With the right attitude, approach and values, they are the difference between a good patient experience and a great one.

In this role you will help us to ensure that the services we provide to our patients are of the highest possible standard. As a Grader you will help us to improve the diagnosis of long-term conditions and promote prevention, which ultimately supports patients and improves outcomes.

Working closely with your Clinical Leads, responsible for the quality and safety of the Grading function within your DESP, developing own knowledge and providing training, advice and guidance to the Graders within your area. You will enjoy working with people and supporting our staff to develop and flourish in their roles.

What you will do:

The post-holder will deliver a consistently high quality diabetic retinal grading based within the central grading team, to provide grading across all programmes

What you are responsible for:

• Undertake all relevant units of the level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners; carry out the on-line EQA grading tests each month; attend and fully participate in the MDT meetings and adopt a commitment to personal continuous learning and development
• Provide first, second full disease and arbitration grading (as signed off by the Clinical Lead) in accordance with NDESP guidance.
• Become an expert level user of Spectra.
• Adopt a problem solving approach and use your best judgement and analysis to challenges in your day-to-day operations. Seek assistance from where appropriate eg: Support Desk, Line Manager, and other Senior Graders.
• Complete the Information Governance Training and Compliance Test as required by management and ensure that patient data is kept confidential and secure at all times
• Participate in Proficiency Assessments, for example, of grading competency; participate in feedback meetings to identify areas for improvement and work to make improvements in performance as required
• Read, understand and follow all of the protocols relevant to the role. Ensuring at least a quarterly review to ensure continued awareness and compliance. Job description
• Support effective communication with other members of the team through regular access to your e-mail system and pick up phone messages throughout the day

What people see in you:

• A team player who is helpful, reliable and trustworthy who gets stuck in and creates a positive atmosphere
• Someone who thrives on working under pressure and is calm in challenging situations
• A person who makes good decisions, taking own initiative as appropriate
• Someone who is approachable, dedicated and hardworking
• A people person someone who enjoys working alongside and helping others
• Someone with a flexible and dedicated approach to work
• Someone who is self-motivated and proactive
• Someone that demonstrates drive and ambition to ensure patient safety and excellent service provision

You will:

• Have completed their Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Diploma or Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners
• Have an understanding of Diabetic Retinopathy
• Understand the importance of patient confidentiality and be aware of data protection
• Be able to work on your own as well as part of a team
• Be able to concentrate for long periods of time
• Be conscientious and have a keen eye for detail.
• Have good time management skills and a flexible approach to working

What can InHealth offer you?

We offer a fantastic benefits package, which is available through a mobile-enabled rewards platform, called InJoy. This is your place to access thousands of offers and discounts on a wide range of products and services relating to: fashion, travel, eating out, technology, leisure and more!

In addition to this, we also offer:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Company contribution pension scheme
• Refer a friend bonus
• Discounts on InHealths healthcare services
• Smart tech, Cycle to Work and thousands of discounts and cashback options

Making sure our people are happy at work is one of our main priorities, which means giving them as many opportunities as we can to support their personal and professional growth. We also have an innovative approach to personal and professional development, helping you to be the best version of you and giving you a real career pathway.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £19,500.00-£25,750.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexitime
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote