AAA Screening Technician

Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in the Cardiovascular department. A screening technician with a demonstrable commitment to the Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Programme to undertake AAA screening across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and sensitive Screening Technician to undertake abdominal ultrasound scanning in the Community.

Full accredited training in AAA screening is mandatory. No previous experience is required as training will be given to ensure high standards of scanning in accordance with National operating procedures. The training also enables the scanner to have confidence in explaining the screening programme, reassuring patients about the implications of the scan and arranging the next steps, should that be required.

You will be expected to stay in the post for two years following completion of training to ensure continuity and stability within the programme.

This role is suitable for people from a variety of backgrounds who can undertake the mandatory accredited training, supervised scanning, and assessment.

The role involves travelling across Hampshire & the Isle of Wight to run clinics and deliver AAA screening in the community.

Applicants must have full clean driver’s license and access to vehicle.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The candidate will undertake a Level 3 Health Screener Diploma, and ultrasound training to become an accredited AAA Screening Technician.

This person will have the opportunity to be part of a hard-working dedicated team that screen men in their 65th year with the aim of preventing mortality in the community.

The person will use mobile ultrasound equipment to obtain images of the aorta and communicating the results with tact and discretion to the subjects.

The candidate will be able to demonstrate teamwork, autonomy, attention to detail, the ability to multitask, travel to and from clinics in and around Hampshire and Isle of Wight. Undertaking tasks such as uploading and downloading clinic lists and subject AAA images, attend training sessions with the Clinical Skills Trainer, and participate in Staff and Board Meetings.