Trainee Screening Technician (AAA Screening programme), Band 3

Integrated Care System; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Trainee Screening Technician for its AAA screening programme. This role focuses on providing abdominal ultrasounds to patients, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with national protocols. The ideal candidate should possess a Health Screeners Diploma and strong IT skills. This permanent, community-based position offers a salary of £24,937 to £26,598 per year.

Qualifications

• Clean full driving licence with daily access to a car.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience of working within the care sector.

Responsibilities

• Conduct abdominal ultrasound scans following procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain high standards of care.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Ability to handle sensitive information

Knowledge of Health Screening importance

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

5 GCSEs (grade 'C' or above)

Level 3 Health Screeners Diploma

Job description

Go back Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Trainee Screening Technician (AAA Screening programme), Band 3

The closing date is 24 August 2025

Screening Technician (AAA Screening programme), Band 3

30 hours a week

The primary purpose of this role is to undertake abdominal ultrasound scanning as part of the community AAA screening programme. The post holder will ensure abdominal ultrasound scanning is undertaken to a high standard and in accordance with national standard operating procedures as identified by the National Screening Programme (NAAASP).

We pride ourselves in providing excellent care within the community, as close to home as possible, whilst achieving the highest level of service. We develop and nurture our staff and recognise that they are our greatest asset.

We give them clear career pathways, support their wellbeing, recognise and value their diversity and provide them with the leadership, skills and knowledge they need to deliver the best care for our patients now and in the future.

Trainees will start on a band 3 with progression potential to Band 4, subject to successful completion of: Level 3 Health Screening Diploma, ongoing competency assessments (OSCEs) and service requirements and availability of a suitable Band 4 post.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as a screening technician and use knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the abdominal aorta to identify the area to be scanned and record measurements accurately and appropriately. The role involves using ultrasound, using techniques within NAAASP standard operating procedures. The post holder will apply specialist training and experience to manipulate ultrasound machine controls to gain maximum image optimisation. You will work independently and make judgements according to experience and training. Advice and support will be available for more complex situations, however, the post holder will generally be working under their own initiative without reference to the line manager.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish good and effective working relationships with the following.

Patients and family members/carers that attend for clinic appointments

The Screening Coordinators and the wider screening technical and administrative team

The Programme Director

Clinical Skills Trainer

Quality Assurance Lead

The staff and management of local sites/clinics where screening takes place.

Members of the public

Vascular Consultants

Clinical and other staff from different specialties including IT and Medical Imaging

About us

We are a small friendly dynamic team, based in Gloucester who deliver 'Aneurysm Screening' to eligible men around the counties of Gloucestershire & Swindon.

This is an excellent opportunity to train as a screening technician or bring experience to our passionate and enthusiastic team. We are a very successful, high performing screening programme with an excellent reputation within our community and Nationally.

Job responsibilities

Working days are mainly Monday Friday but may include some weekend work. A degree of flexibility regarding days worked is essential. This is a permanent position.

Our base is at GRH but clinics are held daily around Gloucestershire and Swindon.

The post holder will be required to complete the Level 3 Health Screeners Diploma (AAA).Following successful completion of the Health Screeners Diploma (AAA), the post holder will work independently and make judgements according to experience and training.

The post holder will work as an assistant practitioner, carrying out abdominal ultrasound scans within standard operating procedures.

The post holder will reassure men attending the community AAA screening and surveillance clinics and explain the screening test to them.

The post holder will have a key role in conducting quality assurance assessments of machines as per National Guidelines to include safe care, maintenance and handling of all equipment as used by self and others.

Communicate effectively with patients, carers, relatives and all members of the multidisciplinary team.

Maintain and develop high standards of care.

Take on responsibility for personal development and maintaining specialist knowledge of AAA Screening Programme.

Contribute towards the continuing development of professional screening practice in the clinical area.

Conduct oneself in a professional manner and be a role model to others.Work proactively to ensure that every patient attendance meets the patients expectations and needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• 5 GCSE (grade 'C' or above) or equivalent, to include a science
• Clean full driving licence and daily access to a car
• Level 3 National Health Screeners Diploma - Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through maintenance of professional portfolio and registration revalidation

Experience

• Able to handle sensitive/ confidential information
• Work under pressure and on own initiative
• Demonstrate knowledge of Health Screening and its importance
• Experience of working within the care sector

Knowledge/ Skills

• Good understanding of IT requirements and skills
• A thorough understanding of the health effects of aneurysms
• Able to travel independently across Gloucestershire and Swindon to fulfil the requirements of the post
• Able to move/lift ultrasound and screening kit
• Able to work flexibly and adapt to change
• Knowledge of the National Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Programme

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

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£24,937 to £26,598 a year(pro rata if part time)