AAA Screening Technician/Administrator

Posting date:	01 April 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	14 April 2026
Location:	Torquay, TQ2 7AA
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	C9388-26-0312

Summary

Detailed job description and responsibilities Communication and working relationships Act as the first point of contact for patients, carers, GPs, and hospital staff regarding AAA screening enquiries. Communicate clearly, empathetically, and professionally with patients who may be anxious or distressed. Communicate sensitive information and provide advise to patients who may have concerns about Signpost and promote lifestyle advice/support services. Liaise effectively with Programme Managers, Vascular Consultants, Clinical Skills Trainers, nursing staff, screening technicians, GPs, and hospital staff. Manage non-attendance by contacting patients to identify reasons and rearrange appointments as appropriate. Record all communications accurately and escalate concerns, complaints, or complex issues to senior staff when necessary. Recognise where communication difficulties arise and overcome barriers to understanding. Analytical and judgement Assess image and measurements to determine the presence of aneurysms and identify abnormal findings within agreed guidelines. Respond appropriately to incidents or medical emergencies, seeking senior support when required. Work independently, prioritising workload within standard operating procedures. Make judgements based on training and experience, seeking advice for more complex situations. Planning and organisation Safely transport, set up, operate, and maintain portable ultrasound equipment at off-site clinics. Communicate effectively with team members to organise equipment and clinic arrangements day to day. Prepare clinic bookings, venues, and coordinate day to day clinic logistics in conjunction with the Programme Manager Attend meetings as required. Physical skills Manipulate and calibrates ultrasound equipment with high degree of accuracy and precision involves good hand and eye coordination and fine motor skills. Accurately manoeuvre equipment and patients for ultrasound scans Driving to clinics across Devon Standard keyboard skills Patient and client care Undertake abdominal aortic ultrasound scans in accordance with AAA Programme protocols and standard operating procedures Prepare, explain, and provide scan results to patients at clinic, offering reassurance and appropriate information Assess image quality and measurements to determine the presence of aneurysms and identify abnormal findings within agreed guidelines Contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-focused screening environment Understand the AAA pathway to be able to provide clinical advice to patients Work collaboratively as part of a small, committed team to ensure a consistently high standard of care Act on complaints, seeking advice where necessary Support patients who may be anxious about having an aneurysm Provide advice/information, including lifestyle and health promotion to patients and healthcare workers Policy and service development Ensure confidentiality and safe handling of patient data at all times. Comply with Infection Control policies, including correct use of PPE and disposal of clinical waste Participate in service reviews and contribute suggestions for service improvement Follow AAA Programme protocols and standard operating procedures Finance, equipment and other resources Monitor clinic capacity to ensure optimal use of staff time and resources Monitor and request orders of clinical and office supplies Ensure safe use, cleaning, storage, and transportation of ultrasound equipment Report equipment faults promptly People management and training Support the induction and training of new staff where required Information technology and administrative duties Ensure accurate recording of clinical and administrative data across IT systems, databases, and spreadsheets Circulate scan results and correspondence to patients, GPs, and vascular specialists in line with programme guidelines Manage patient invitations, appointments, cancellations, and re-bookings using manual and electronic systems Accurately record and manage patient data in accordance with confidentiality and information governance requirements Use patient administration system for extracting patient information when required Research and development Assist with data collection for audit, research, and national vascular screening requirements Freedom to act Work independently on a day-to-day basis, managing own workload, while recognising when to seek guidance from senior colleagues Make routine judgements based on training and experience, seeking advice for more complex situations Respond appropriately to incidents or medical emergencies, seeking senior support when required For further information about this position, please see attached jobdescription and person specification