Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Technician

Job overview

The Derbyshire Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Programme are seeking to recruit a part-time Band 4 Screening Technicians to undertake abdominal ultrasound scanning throughout the county, as part of the National AAA screening programme. This small, friendly team takes pride in delivering and excellent screening service to the population of Derbyshire.

The aim of the screening programme is to reduce deaths from ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms with the target screening population of men in their 65th year. Men who have an aneurysm detected through screening will be offered treatment or monitoring, depending on the size of the aneurysm.

You will be required to report scan results and their implications verbally to patients at the clinic, participate in health promotion, maintain safe use of ultrasound equipment and export and transfer images and results data electronically.

The post holder will ensure that ultrasound scanning is undertaken to a high standard and in accordance with National AAA Standard Operating Procedures.

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals with healthcare experience, who have the ability to work flexibly and as part of a team, organise and prioritise workload and communicate at all levels.

To be considered for this role the successful candidate must undertake and pass the Diploma for Health Screeners specialising in AAA within 24 months of joining the Trust.

Main duties of the job

The post requires highly developed physical skills where a high degree of precision and high level of hand and eye coordination are essential.

Post holder reassures patients attending and explains the programme to them in order that they are informed of the implications of AAA screening and are able to make a decision to consent, especially where barriers to understanding exist.

The post will be based at the Royal Derby Hospital but will work predominantly at our 30 community screening clinics across the whole of Derbyshire so the ability to travel between sites together with screening equipment and supplies is essential. The post holder will also undertake administrative duties for the programme.

The successful candidates must have a driving license and access to a car which is fully insured for business use.

The hours will be worked flexibly over 3 days during the working day (Weekdays, start/end times can vary between 08.30-16.30 hrs) and the occasional Saturdays to suit the needs of the service.

Closing date of applications: 3 March 2026

Date of interview: 19 March 2026

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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