Trainee AAA Screening Technician

NHS Jobs; Town of Oxford; In loco; CAD 45.000 - 56.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a trainee Screening Technician to learn abdominal ultrasound scanning within standard operating procedures. The role starts as an assistant practitioner and progresses to independent practice after completing the NAAASP course.

No prior experience is required as training is provided; you will explain the screening programme, reassure patients about the scan, discuss results, arrange next steps, and travel frequently to cover all areas.

Competenze

• No previous experience required; training provided to meet national procedures.
• Progression from assistant practitioner to independent practice after NAAASP course.
• Must have full driving licence and willingness to travel.

Mansioni

• Organise and perform abdominal ultrasound scans of the aorta within SOPs.
• Ensure scan results are dispatched securely from off-site clinics to the screening office.
• Explain the screening programme and discuss results with patients or carers/interpreters; provide information and next steps.
• Handle queries and prioritise caseload; escalate when necessary.
• Manage incidents and emergencies per local policy and support colleagues.

Conoscenze

Willingness to train

Good organisational skills

Autonomy

Communication with patients

Prioritising work

Formazione

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Descrizione del lavoro

We are looking for someone who is willing to train as a technician. The trainee role is suitable for people from a variety of backgrounds who can undertake a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care which typically takes 12 months to complete. No previous experience is required as training will be given to ensure high standards of scanning in accordance with national operating procedures. The training also enables the Screening Technician to have confidence in explaining the screening programme, reassuring patients about the implications of the scan, discussing results and arranging the next steps, should it be required. The post holder will initially work as an assistant practitioner, carrying out abdominal ultrasound scans within standard operating procedures. Following successful completion of the NAAASP course, the post holder will work independently and make judgements according to experience and training. Advice is available when needed for complex situations, but the post holder generally works on their own initiative without reference to the line manager. Organise and carry out ultrasound scans of the abdominal aorta in accordance with current guidelines for sonographic scanning and the programme protocol. Ensure that scan results are despatched as soon as possible from off-site screening clinics to the screening office in a safe and confidential way. Communicate the outcome of the screening test to the man (this may be via his relative/carer or interpreter); provide additional information and offer support appropriate to the outcome/patient pathway. Deal with medical and patient queries as appropriate, taking the initiative to prioritise work and to bring to the attention of medical or administrative staff any patient whose condition warrants it. Handle incidents and medical emergencies in a professional manner and in accordance with local policy, supporting other screening staff if appropriate. Keep the Screening Programme Manager, Team Leader Screening Technician, Programme Administrator and/or Clinical Skills Trainer informed of caseload and any difficulties arising, seeking advice where necessary. A full driving licence and use of a car are essential to this role and the successful candidate must be willing to travel frequently to cover all areas. We are seeking dedicated, motivated, enthusiastic individuals with a can do attitude who are eager to learn. The successful candidates must also be able to work autonomously with good organisational skills. Applications from qualified technicians will also be considered. Please see attached Job Description for more detail. Sponsorship may be possible.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust