AAA Screening Technician

The Screening technician’s role is an integral part of the programme, there is a level 3 health screener diploma that needs to be undertaken, and a successful completion is required to provide the programme reassurance that the technician is competent to undertake screening safely, independently and in line with programme standards

All screening takes place in the community, within GP surgeries or community venues within Northampton, Kettering, Corby, Daventry, Peterborough and some locations in Leicestershire, therefore a full driving license and access to a car is essential, the technician must be able to lift, transport and store the ultrasound equipment safely whilst travelling.

Ensuring patients are reassured when attending clinics and the full procedure to be explained so that the patient can make an informed decision and consent to have the screening, even where there are communication barriers, and that the patient is aware of the implications of having the screening.

Working days will be flexible throughout the week with availability expected between 08.00 and 17.00. No fixed days. Rota’s are fixed six weeks in advance to enable forward planning

Responsible for the smooth running of the screening clinics whilst in progress

Undertake ultrasound scanning on patients in accordance with national protocols and standard operating procedures

Identify the probable presence of an abdominal aortic aneurysm

Inform patients of their results at clinic, giving further information and offering support where needed

To be accountable for own professional actions as a screening technician and to act as the representative of the Northamptonshire AAA Screening programme, whilst out in the community

Working for your organisation

We are a small but friendly team, the AAA screening programme consists of screening technicians, an administrator, a clinical skills trainer, QA lead, Vascular Nurse Specialist, Programme manager and a clinical lead. Our office is based at Northampton general hospital.

Each year our cohort list of patients is usually around 4500 patients, we screen at 57 different locations most of these are GP surgeries but 6 of these are outpatient

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage.

UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme.

Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

For further details / informal visits contact:
Name:
Nicola Bennison

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