AAA Screening Ultrasound Technician
Location
West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
8/7/2025
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Description
Post Title - AAA Screening Technician Pay Band -4 Hours -22.5 hours per week Primarily Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays with some flexibility to support the programme as required. Hours usually between 09:00 and 17:00, depending on location. Possible weekend and evening working if the development of the programme requires it Contract _Permanent Location / Department -AAA Screening Programme, Worcester Royal Hospital, to include daily travel across Herefordshire and Worcestershire Accountable to -AAA Screening Programme Manager Clinical Skills Trainer (CST) Job Purpose -The primary purpose of this role is to undertake abdominal ultrasound scanning as part of the community AAA screening programme covering Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a Level 3 Health Screeners Diploma and will work independently and make judgements according to experience and training.
Once qualified, the technician will reassure men attending the community AAA screening and surveillance clinics and explain the screening test to them. You will ensure that the men attending clinics are informed and aware of the implications of AAA screening. You will ensure abdominal ultrasound scanning is undertaken to a high standard and in accordance with national standard operating procedures and will relay the results of the test to men undergoing screening. Key Duties Communication The technician will observe and care for men attending the screening clinic, liaising with administrative staff, nurses, medical and screening programme staff as appropriate and in the best interest of the patient.
Deal with anxious patients and their relatives with tact, patience and discretion. Recognise where communication difficulties arise and overcome barriers to understanding. Carry out other duties in accordance with the current guidelines and the programmes protocols including: obtaining informed consent; putting patients at ease, explaining the reasons for their invitation and answering any queries. Communicate the outcome of the screening test to the man (this may be via his relative/carer or interpreter); provide additional information and offer support appropriate to the outcome/patient pathway.
Work alongside other screening staff and key stakeholders involved with the clinic and support the work of the screening programme. Keep the Screening Programme Manager and CST informed of caseload and any difficulties arising, seeking advice where necessary. Knowledge, Training & Experience You will use your knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the abdominal aorta to identify the area to be scanned and any measurements taken which are outside the normal range. Apply specialist training and experience to manipulate ultrasound machine controls to gain maximum image optimisation.
Apply experience and training to deliver outcome of the screening test clearly and correctly, ensuring the patient understands the outcome and any further action required. Attend all AAA in house and external training in line with recommended NAAASP timeline for training and accreditation/reaccreditation of screening technicians Following accreditation, the post holder must comply with NAAASP requirements to perform a minimum of 200 scans per year, carry out at least one clinic session per month, partake in one observed QA clinic quarterly and one reaccreditation clinic per year Analysis & Judgement Analyse scan data to ensure the quality and other factors meet with agreed protocols. Download data electronically, inspect for abnormalities and flag / record as appropriate, decide on course of action from available options and send data to the screening office. Ensure that the screening office is notified as soon as possible about any results that are at variance with specified criteria or that are of concern.
Record clinical measurements and other information as required accurately. Issue accurate scan reports for use in the AAA screening programme and for inspection by the Lead Ultrasound Clinician as required. Planning & Organisation Th technician will organise and carry out ultrasound scans of the abdominal aorta in accordance with current guidelines for sonographic scanning and the programme's protocols. Ensure that scan results are despatched as soon as possible from off-site screening clinics to the screening office in a safe and confidential way.
Deal with medical and patient enquiries as appropriate, taking the initiative to prioritise work and to bring to the attention of medical or administrative staff any patient whose condition warrants it. Handle incidents and medical emergencies in a professional manner and in accordance with local policy, supporting other screening staff if appropriate. 5. Policy & Service Development Participate in service reviews and actively put forward suggestions for improvement for own work area.
Work within agreed protocols and operating procedures for scanning and care of patients. Observe the requirements of the Infection Control Policy in ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of screening rooms and correct use and disposal of PPE. Ensure that all clinic waste is disposed of according to local protocol. Ensure that all clinic equipment is packed up correctly at the end of a clinic and stored in a safe and secure location.
Financial Responsibilities Ensure the safe use of expensive ultrasound equipment including transporting portable equipment to various screening locations. Monitor equipment used in the course of the role, ensure it is kept clean and record / report any faults. Monitor stock levels of supplies and consumables. Ensure that the screening office is notified well in advance when supplies need to be replenished.
Relevant training in accordance with the National Programme Standard Operating Procedures will be funded by the AAA Screening Programme. At the Programme Managers discretion, the post holder will be required to reimburse the cost of the Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners, if undertaken whilst employed as part of the Hereford and Worcester AAA Screening Programme, if they wish to terminate their employment within 2 years of gaining the Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners qualification or within 2 years of first registering on the Diploma if training is not fully completed. Human Resources Demonstrates duties and techniques to less experienced and new staff. May provide some basic clinical supervision.
Information Resources There will be a requirement to use computer software to upload, store and report on images taken. Research & Audit It will be expected that the post holder will participate in the extraction of local clinical data for research purposes in line with the AAA national screening programme. Freedom to Act The post holder will be work within the programmes organisational policies and the national standard operating procedures. Physical Effort There is a requirement for frequent travel within the catchment area of the programme.
There is a requirement for frequent use and transportation of a portable ultrasound machine. Mental Effort There will be a frequent requirement for mental concentration for short durations but which requires a high level of accuracy. Working Conditions The post holder may occasionally be exposed to challenging behaviour when running the screening clinics. There may be occasional circumstances indicating the need to change practice or long-standing established procedures.
The technician will be required to travel to locations within Herefordshire and Worcestershire on a daily basis. Access to a car with business insurance is essential. Typically the technician will be expected to arrive in good time before the first appointment slot in order to sign in at reception, set up the clinic room as required and familiarise themselves with fire exits, toilets and staff beverage areas. Following the last appointment slot of the day the technician will be required to pack up the clinic equipment, return the room to how it was found and sign out.
Occasionally the technician will be required to pick the ultrasound equipment up from base prior to the clinic commencing and/or return the equipment at the end of the day. Other Duties Transport portable equipment and supplies to the screening locations as required, some of which are off-site and cannot be reached by public transport. Help set up and pack up equipment at the beginning and end of a clinic. Undertake work independently at sites away from a hospital base.
Work alongside other screening staff involved with the clinic and support the work of the AAA screening programme. This will involve performing some administration tasks as appropriate. Attend meetings, training sessions and tutorials as required. Maintain clinical skills and knowledge.
The technician may be expected to undertake such duties as required, within own scope of capabilities, training and grade, from time to time to suit the needs of the service
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Once qualified, the technician will reassure men attending the community AAA screening and surveillance clinics and explain the screening test to them. You will ensure that the men attending clinics are informed and aware of the implications of AAA screening. You will ensure abdominal ultrasound scanning is undertaken to a high standard and in accordance with national standard operating procedures and will relay the results of the test to men undergoing screening. Key Duties Communication The technician will observe and care for men attending the screening clinic, liaising with administrative staff, nurses, medical and screening programme staff as appropriate and in the best interest of the patient.
Deal with anxious patients and their relatives with tact, patience and discretion. Recognise where communication difficulties arise and overcome barriers to understanding. Carry out other duties in accordance with the current guidelines and the programmes protocols including: obtaining informed consent; putting patients at ease, explaining the reasons for their invitation and answering any queries. Communicate the outcome of the screening test to the man (this may be via his relative/carer or interpreter); provide additional information and offer support appropriate to the outcome/patient pathway.
Work alongside other screening staff and key stakeholders involved with the clinic and support the work of the screening programme. Keep the Screening Programme Manager and CST informed of caseload and any difficulties arising, seeking advice where necessary. Knowledge, Training & Experience You will use your knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the abdominal aorta to identify the area to be scanned and any measurements taken which are outside the normal range. Apply specialist training and experience to manipulate ultrasound machine controls to gain maximum image optimisation.
Apply experience and training to deliver outcome of the screening test clearly and correctly, ensuring the patient understands the outcome and any further action required. Attend all AAA in house and external training in line with recommended NAAASP timeline for training and accreditation/reaccreditation of screening technicians Following accreditation, the post holder must comply with NAAASP requirements to perform a minimum of 200 scans per year, carry out at least one clinic session per month, partake in one observed QA clinic quarterly and one reaccreditation clinic per year Analysis & Judgement Analyse scan data to ensure the quality and other factors meet with agreed protocols. Download data electronically, inspect for abnormalities and flag / record as appropriate, decide on course of action from available options and send data to the screening office. Ensure that the screening office is notified as soon as possible about any results that are at variance with specified criteria or that are of concern.
Record clinical measurements and other information as required accurately. Issue accurate scan reports for use in the AAA screening programme and for inspection by the Lead Ultrasound Clinician as required. Planning & Organisation Th technician will organise and carry out ultrasound scans of the abdominal aorta in accordance with current guidelines for sonographic scanning and the programme's protocols. Ensure that scan results are despatched as soon as possible from off-site screening clinics to the screening office in a safe and confidential way.
Deal with medical and patient enquiries as appropriate, taking the initiative to prioritise work and to bring to the attention of medical or administrative staff any patient whose condition warrants it. Handle incidents and medical emergencies in a professional manner and in accordance with local policy, supporting other screening staff if appropriate. 5. Policy & Service Development Participate in service reviews and actively put forward suggestions for improvement for own work area.
Work within agreed protocols and operating procedures for scanning and care of patients. Observe the requirements of the Infection Control Policy in ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of screening rooms and correct use and disposal of PPE. Ensure that all clinic waste is disposed of according to local protocol. Ensure that all clinic equipment is packed up correctly at the end of a clinic and stored in a safe and secure location.
Financial Responsibilities Ensure the safe use of expensive ultrasound equipment including transporting portable equipment to various screening locations. Monitor equipment used in the course of the role, ensure it is kept clean and record / report any faults. Monitor stock levels of supplies and consumables. Ensure that the screening office is notified well in advance when supplies need to be replenished.
Relevant training in accordance with the National Programme Standard Operating Procedures will be funded by the AAA Screening Programme. At the Programme Managers discretion, the post holder will be required to reimburse the cost of the Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners, if undertaken whilst employed as part of the Hereford and Worcester AAA Screening Programme, if they wish to terminate their employment within 2 years of gaining the Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners qualification or within 2 years of first registering on the Diploma if training is not fully completed. Human Resources Demonstrates duties and techniques to less experienced and new staff. May provide some basic clinical supervision.
Information Resources There will be a requirement to use computer software to upload, store and report on images taken. Research & Audit It will be expected that the post holder will participate in the extraction of local clinical data for research purposes in line with the AAA national screening programme. Freedom to Act The post holder will be work within the programmes organisational policies and the national standard operating procedures. Physical Effort There is a requirement for frequent travel within the catchment area of the programme.
There is a requirement for frequent use and transportation of a portable ultrasound machine. Mental Effort There will be a frequent requirement for mental concentration for short durations but which requires a high level of accuracy. Working Conditions The post holder may occasionally be exposed to challenging behaviour when running the screening clinics. There may be occasional circumstances indicating the need to change practice or long-standing established procedures.
The technician will be required to travel to locations within Herefordshire and Worcestershire on a daily basis. Access to a car with business insurance is essential. Typically the technician will be expected to arrive in good time before the first appointment slot in order to sign in at reception, set up the clinic room as required and familiarise themselves with fire exits, toilets and staff beverage areas. Following the last appointment slot of the day the technician will be required to pack up the clinic equipment, return the room to how it was found and sign out.
Occasionally the technician will be required to pick the ultrasound equipment up from base prior to the clinic commencing and/or return the equipment at the end of the day. Other Duties Transport portable equipment and supplies to the screening locations as required, some of which are off-site and cannot be reached by public transport. Help set up and pack up equipment at the beginning and end of a clinic. Undertake work independently at sites away from a hospital base.
Work alongside other screening staff involved with the clinic and support the work of the AAA screening programme. This will involve performing some administration tasks as appropriate. Attend meetings, training sessions and tutorials as required. Maintain clinical skills and knowledge.
The technician may be expected to undertake such duties as required, within own scope of capabilities, training and grade, from time to time to suit the needs of the service
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