Fibro-scan Technician

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Harlow, England is seeking a Fibro-scan Technician to be responsible for performing fibro scans on patients. The role involves effective communication with patients, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a good educational background, relevant experience in healthcare settings, and knowledge of liver pathology. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive organization focused on professional development and quality patient care.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible working

Focus on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a health care provider setting.
• Awareness and understanding of current health issues.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for fibro scanning patients referred by the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure equipment is prepared adequately prior to procedures.
• Generate letters with fibro scan results to patients' primary care providers.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of liver pathology

Attention to detail

Education

Good standard of general education/GCSEs/NVQ3 or equivalent

Job description

Go back The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Fibro-scan Technician

The closing date is 16 December 2025

This is an exciting time for the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. We are on a digital transformation journey leading us to… We believe that our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in continuous learning, career development, and personal growth. From nurses to administrators, everyone has a role to play in our success story.

Main duties of the job

• Be responsible for fibro scanning patients referred by the multidisciplinary team and Hepatology Services.
• Provide fibro scans across site, adopting standard protocols and in line with Trust policies and operational guidelines.
• Ensure equipment is prepared adequately prior to the procedure and conduct scans in a safe environment following the manufacturer's safety guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, explaining the procedure answering questions, and obtaining verbal consent.
• Arrange calibration of fibro scan probes and machine maintenance when required, ensuring equipment is in safe working order.
• Implement safe working practices as required by the Health & Safety at Work Act.>
• Complete timely and comprehensive documentation in patient records in accordance with Trust standards.
• Generate a letter with the fibro scan results to the patient’s primary care provider and the referrer.
• Maintain patient and carer confidentiality and preserve their dignity and privacy at all times.
• Have an awareness of the Trust’s safeguarding adults policy and procedures for dealing with vulnerable adults across primary and secondary care.

About us

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high‑quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined‑up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. We work closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. We are a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education/GCSEs/NVQ3 or equivalent

Experience

• Experience of working within a health care provider setting
• Knowledge of liver pathology
• Awareness and understanding of current health issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust