Welsh-Speaking AAA Ultrasound Trainee Screener

Public Health Wales; Llandudno; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Wales is recruiting a trainee AAA screener to support the North Wales screening program. The role covers ultrasound screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm and requires completion of the Level 4 Diploma in AAA screening and Level 3 Diploma in fundamentals in health screening.

The post is Band 4 during training, with Welsh language being essential for clinical interactions; travel across Wales may be required, and the appointment becomes permanent after training completion.

Qualifications

• Welsh language is essential for clinical interactions.
• Must undertake level 4 diploma in AAA screening and level 3 diploma in fundamentals in health screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform abdominal ultrasound to determine if an aneurysm is present and provide results and advice.
• Provide information to men attending clinics, ensuring informed consent.
• Travel across the North Wales region as required during training and after qualification.

Skills

Welsh language

Education

Level 4 Diploma in AAA screening

Level 3 Diploma in fundamentals in health screening

Job description

Public Health Wales is recruiting a trainee AAA screener to support the North Wales screening program. The role covers ultrasound screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm and requires completion of the Level 4 Diploma in AAA screening and Level 3 Diploma in fundamentals in health screening.

The post is Band 4 during training, with Welsh language being essential for clinical interactions; travel across Wales may be required, and the appointment becomes permanent after training completion.