Fibro Scan Technician

Fibro scans (transient elastography) are a non-invasive investigation which measure liver fibrosis and have increasing utility across viral hepatitis and hepatology services. This role will be central to the provision of a fibro scan service for patients with liver disease. The post holder will participate as a valued member of the liver service team, assisting with specific duties and taking responsibility for managing a delegated workload within the service under nursing supervision Main duties of the job To be responsible for fibro scanning patients referred by members of the multi-disciplinary team and internal and external Hepatology Services. Provide fibro scans across site, adopting standard protocols and in line with Trust policies and operational guidelines. Ensure that equipment is prepared adequately prior to the procedure and to carry out fibro scans in a safe environment, following the manufacturers safety guidelines. To communicate effectively with patients and family members, ensuring the procedure is explained fully, any questions are answered and verbal consent is obtained. Be responsible for arranging calibration of fibro scan probes and machine maintenance when required, ensuring the equipment is in safe working order. To ensure completion of timely and comprehensive documentation in patient records in accordance with Trust standards. To ensure timely completion of the Trusts liver surveillance database inn accordance with Trust standards Be responsible for generating a letter with the fibro scan results to the patients primary care provider and the referrer. Maintain patient and carer confidentiality and preserve their dignity and privacy, at all times and in all situations., Job overview Fibro scans (transient elastography) are a non-invasive investigation which measure liver fibrosis and have increasing utility across viral hepatitis and hepatology services. This role will be central to the provision of a fibro scan service for patients with liver disease. The post holder will participate as a valued member of the liver service team, assisting with specific duties and taking responsibility for managing a delegated workload within the service under nursing supervision Main duties of the job

• To be responsible for fibro scanning patients referred by members of the multi-disciplinary team and internal and external Hepatology Services.
• Provide fibro scans across site, adopting standard protocols and in line with Trust policies and operational guidelines.
• Ensure that equipment is prepared adequately prior to the procedure and to carry out fibro scans in a safe environment, following the manufacturers safety guidelines.
• To communicate effectively with patients and family members, ensuring the procedure is explained fully, any questions are answered and verbal consent is obtained.
• Be responsible for arranging calibration of fibro scan probes and machine maintenance when required, ensuring the equipment is in safe working order.
• To ensure completion of timely and comprehensive documentation in patient records in accordance with Trust standards.
• To ensure timely completion of the Trusts liver surveillance database inn accordance with Trust standards
• Be responsible for generating a letter with the fibro scan results to the patient's primary care provider and the referrer.
• Maintain patient and carer confidentiality and preserve their dignity and privacy, at all times and in all situations.
  
  Good standard of general education/GCSEs/NVQ3 or equivalent
Desirable
• Minimum standard BLS competent
Experience Essential
• Experience of working within a health care provider setting
Desirable
• Knowledge of liver pathology
• Awareness and understanding of current health issues
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
• Good standard of general education/GCSEs/NVQ3 or equivalent
Desirable
• Minimum standard BLS competent
Experience Essential
• Experience of working within a health care provider setting
Desirable
• Knowledge of liver pathology
• Awareness and understanding of current health issues
  
  The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex., The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave-a national programme that's changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means we're working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. We're a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex., The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave-a national programme that's changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means we're working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. We're a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.