Job summary

Band 4 post available for trainee AAA Screener.

This post is covered under NHS Annex 21 salary arrangements. This will mean a no detriment arrangement for existing NHS employees. A continuation of existing salary maximum to the top of Band 3 for the duration of training. Once training is completed, the salary moves to the bottom of Band 4 and the increment date changes to reflect this. Applicants external to the NHS, the salary arrangement is 75% top of Band 4 for the duration of the training, although a credit can be applied for relevant experience to take the salary to the top of Band 3.

The Wales Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme was implemented on 1 May 2013 and aims to halve the AAA related mortality in the eligible population by 2025, that is, 65-year-old men living in Wales.

The trainee screener will be expected to undertake the level 4 diploma in AAA screening and level 3 diploma in fundamentals in health screening. The training requires both academic and practical assessments. The role will cover the North Wales region, with occasional requirement to travel across other regions of Wales. Once training is completed the post holder will then become a permanent AAA screener. This role does require excellent hand eye coordination.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post.

The role is advertised as a full time position, but we welcome applications from applicants wanting part time, as hours are open to discussion.

Main duties of the job

The Screener will provide appropriate information to men attending the community screening and surveillance clinics, especially where barriers to understanding exist. The Screener will ensure that men attending clinics are fully informed and aware of the implications of AAA screening prior to gaining informed consent.

Performing an abdominal ultrasound to determine if an aneurysm is present or not and giving the appropriate results and advice.

About us

We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

5 GCSE Including English and Maths NVQ 3 or equivalent in relevant subject

Desirable

Diploma level specialist training

Experience

Essential

Working with people Understanding patient care

Desirable

Working within a screening programme Working within a vascular or radiography setting Understanding of medical terminology Experience of working in a clinical environment

Personal Attributes

Essential

Ability to work under pressure Sensitive to the needs of a man and carer

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of screening programmes

Desirable

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Skills

Essential

Clear spoken and written english Good communication skills Ability to work within a team Excellent hand eye coordination

Desirable

Ability to speak welsh

Other

Essential

Ability to drive and willingness to travel

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