Job summary
We are excited to introduce this new role at Guys and St Thomas. The FibroScan Technician will play a key role in delivering non-invasive liver assessments using transient elastography (FibroScan) technology within the GMS Directorate. Working under the supervision of the nursing and medical clinical team, the post holder will support the early detection and monitoring of liver disease through the use of FibroScan, contributing to improved patient outcomes and more streamlined diagnostic pathways.
On a day-to-day basis, the post holder will work in the outpatient setting alongside the GMS team to ensure that the FibroScan service is delivered effectively within available resources, meeting specified activity levels and maintaining high standards of quality.
A CPD course in Fibroscan Operator Training is essential. Experience in performing FibroScan assessments is desirable. However, full training will be provided for a successful candidate who does not have prior experience. Previous experience working within a healthcare setting is essential.
Experience in working in the liver speciality is an advantage.
Main duties of the job
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Perform FibroScan assessments independently, ensuring accurate, reliable, and high-quality results in accordance with local and national protocols.
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Prepare patients for the procedure, clearly explaining the process and addressing any questions or concerns, demonstrating excellent communication skills at all times.
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Record FibroScan results accurately on EPIC and ensure all patient data is documented in a timely manner.
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Maintain responsibility for the care, organisation, and routine maintenance of the FibroScan machine, including calibration of probes in line with manufacturer guidelines and NHS protocols.
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Ensure infection prevention and control measures, as well as patient safety standards, are upheld at all times.
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Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, communicating clearly and professionally with consultants, Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs), administrative staff.
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Identify and contact appropriate patients using hospital systems, using effective communication to support engagement and attendance.
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Manage and prioritise own caseload in a proactive and efficient manner.
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Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and ensure timely reporting to clinicians and management.
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Participate in ongoing training and development to maintain competency and support continuous service improvement.
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Support health promotion activities to raise awareness of liver disease.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
Within this directorate, the role of the FibroScan technician (CNS) is vital in supporting our Liver patients in the GMS directorate to deliver high-quality patient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Perform FibroScan assessments independently for patients referred from multidisciplinary teams and Hepatology services, following Trust protocols and national guidelines.
- Deliver Fibroscans in outpatient areas, with potential to work at both sites St Thomas and Guys Hospitals sites
- Prepare patients for procedures, clearly explaining the process, obtaining verbal consent, and demonstrating excellent communication skills.
- Ensure all equipment is prepared, maintained, and used safely in line with manufacturer guidelines and Trust policies, including arranging servicing and calibration.
- Maintain high standards of infection prevention, patient safety, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation, including inputting data into EPIC
- Communicate FibroScan results to referring clinician.
Operational Duties
- Manage and prioritise own workload effectively to meet service demands and performance targets.
- Support delivery of the FibroScan service within available resources, maintaining quality standards.
- Participate in service development and implementation of new initiatives to improve patient care.
- Identify and report risks, incidents, and safeguarding concerns in line with Trust policies.
- Maintain effective communication across primary, secondary, and tertiary care services.
- Education & Training
- Participate in training to develop knowledge of liver disease, elastography, and FibroScan limitations.
- Contribute to patient education and health promotion, including raising awareness of liver disease.
- Engage in ongoing professional development, mandatory training, and appraisal processes.
Audit, Research & Governance Duties
- Support data collection, audit, and quality improvement projects within the FibroScan service.
- Maintain accurate records to support service evaluation and reporting.
- Demonstrate awareness of best practice in FibroScan and hepatology care.
- Work within scope of competence, adhering to Trust policies and professional standards at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Perform FibroScan assessments independently for patients referred from multidisciplinary teams and Hepatology services, following Trust protocols and national guidelines.
- Deliver Fibroscans in outpatient areas, with potential to work at both sites St Thomas and Guys Hospitals sites
- Prepare patients for procedures, clearly explaining the process, obtaining verbal consent, and demonstrating excellent communication skills.
- Ensure all equipment is prepared, maintained, and used safely in line with manufacturer guidelines and Trust policies, including arranging servicing and calibration.
- Maintain high standards of infection prevention, patient safety, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation, including inputting data into EPIC
- Communicate FibroScan results to referring clinician.
Operational Duties
- Manage and prioritise own workload effectively to meet service demands and performance targets.
- Support delivery of the FibroScan service within available resources, maintaining quality standards.
- Participate in service development and implementation of new initiatives to improve patient care.
- Identify and report risks, incidents, and safeguarding concerns in line with Trust policies.
- Maintain effective communication across primary, secondary, and tertiary care services.
- Education & Training
- Participate in training to develop knowledge of liver disease, elastography, and FibroScan limitations.
- Contribute to patient education and health promotion, including raising awareness of liver disease.
- Engage in ongoing professional development, mandatory training, and appraisal processes.
Audit, Research & Governance Duties
- Support data collection, audit, and quality improvement projects within the FibroScan service.
- Maintain accurate records to support service evaluation and reporting.
- Demonstrate awareness of best practice in FibroScan and hepatology care.
- Work within scope of competence, adhering to Trust policies and professional standards at all times.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Good Organisational and Time Management Skills
- Manual dexterity and hand eye co ordination for performing the scans
- Able to move heavy equipment, transfer loads and patients and able to concentrate for prolonged periods.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedure guidelines.
- Ability to work independently
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills to explain procedures clearly to patients
Desirable
- Experience in using diagnostic or imaging equipment
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a healthcare provider setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to explain procedures to patients
- IT skills and ability to use IT systems
Desirable
- Experience working as a Fibro scan Technician
- Experience using diagnostic or imaging equipment
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education/GCSE's/NVQ 3 or equivalent
- Previous experience working in a Healthcare environment
- Willingness and abilty to undertake on-the job training and competency assessments if required
- Participation in supervised practice untuk deemed competent
- CPD Certified Fibroscan operator training course
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Good Organisational and Time Management Skills
- Manual dexterity and hand eye co ordination for performing the scans
- Able to move heavy equipment, transfer loads and patients and able to concentrate for prolonged periods.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedure guidelines.
- Ability to work independently
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills to explain procedures clearly to patients
Desirable
- Experience in using diagnostic or imaging equipment
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a healthcare provider setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to explain procedures to patients
- IT skills and ability to use IT systems
Desirable
- Experience working as a Fibro scan Technician
- Experience using diagnostic or imaging equipment
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education/GCSE's/NVQ 3 or equivalent
- Previous experience working in a Healthcare environment
- Willingness and abilty to undertake on-the job training and competency assessments if required
- Participation in supervised practice untuk deemed competent
- CPD Certified Fibroscan operator training course
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
