AAA Screening Technician

Job summary

The AAA Screening Programme for Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin has been established since 2012 and continues to offer an excellent service to the residents of Shropshire since its conception.

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.

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 ensure that the men attending clinics are informed and aware of the implications of AAA screening.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as a screening technician, carrying out abdominal ultrasound scans within standard operating procedures. Following successful completion of the National AAA Screening Programme (NAAASP) course, the post holder will work independently and make judgements according to experience and training. Advice is available when needed for more complex situations but the post holder generally works on his/her own initiative without reference to the Line Manager.

The holder must maintain accreditation with NAAASP. Within the Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin Programme, Screening Technicians do not work on their own in clinics.

About us

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to GCSE standard with Maths and English Grades 4-9

Desirable

• Information Governance training and NAAASP Screening Technician Accreditation

Experience

Essential

• oExperience with computer database input and related equipment oExperience of working with patients in a healthcare setting. oExperience working in a small team

Desirable

• Experience working as a NAAASP Screening Technician - Experience working in a Radiology Department

Skills

Essential

• oGood communication skills oGood interpersonal skills oGood active listening skills oUnderstand confidentiality oAbility to work in a team

Desirable

• Customer care training / Patient care training

Personal Qualities

Essential

• oMotivated, enthusiastic and confident oAdaptable and able to work under pressure oQuick learner and able to problem solve. oDependable and reliable oMethodical approach to work oAble to accept training and constructive criticism and assertive enough to express own needs. oAbility and patience to deal with demanding or difficult enquiries oSupportive and caring behaviour

Desirable

• Committed to personal development / career improvement