Fibroscan Technician

CROYDON HEALTH SERVICES NHS TRUST; New Addington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust is seeking a Fibroscan Technician to support delivery of a high-quality, safe Fibroscan service within the Community Diagnostic Centre at New Addington and other Croydon sites. The role works under the Liver Specialist Nurse and clinical team to aid early detection and monitoring of liver disease and contributes to streamlined diagnostic pathways.

The post is predominantly based at the New Addington CDC with a 30-hour per week commitment.

Qualifications

• Experience performing Fibroscan assessments in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform Fibroscan assessments following local and national standards.
• Prepare patients for procedures and provide information about the investigation.
• Record and communicate results accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, calibrated and used safely.
• Support service development and data collection requirements.
• Collaborate with clinical, nursing and administrative teams to maintain an efficient patient pathway.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and confidentiality.

Skills

Fibroscan

Liver diagnostics

Clinical teamwork

Tools

Fibroscan device

Job description

This is an exciting new role supporting the delivery of a high-quality, efficient and safe Fibroscan service as part of an innovative Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) pathway. The post will contribute to the development of a pioneering liver diagnostics service, enabling direct referrals from primary and secondary care and supporting a seamless pathway from referral through to diagnosis and treatment. The Fibroscan Technician will play a key role in delivering non-invasive liver assessments using transient elastography (Fibroscan) technology within the Community Diagnostic Centre at New Addington and other Croydon Health Services sites as required. Working under the supervision of the Liver Specialist Nurse and wider clinical team, the postholder will support the early detection, monitoring and management of liver disease, improving patient outcomes and contributing to streamlined diagnostic pathways.

30 hours per week

Predominantly based within Croydon Community Diagnostic Centre sites, including New Addington CDC.

Responsibilities

• The postholder may be required to work across other Croydon Health Services NHS Trust sites to meet service needs.
• Perform Fibroscan assessments in accordance with local and national standards.
• Prepare patients for procedures and provide information regarding the investigation.
• Record and communicate results accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, calibrated and used safely.
• Support service development and data collection requirements.
• Work collaboratively with clinical, nursing and administrative teams to deliver an efficient patient pathway.
• Maintain high standards of patient care, confidentiality and record keeping.

Working Pattern

30 hours per week

Predominantly based within Croydon Community Diagnostic Centre sites, including New Addington CDC.

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.