North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Fibroscan Technician - Peterborough

The closing date is 11 January 2026

Job summary

Join our Hepatology team and play a key role in delivering innovative liver health diagnostics across our hospitals.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and adaptable Fibroscan Technician to join the Hepatology team within the Division of Medicine at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.

You will be instrumental in supporting the delivery of high-quality liver health services across the Trust, performing Fibroscan diagnostics for patients referred by members of the multidisciplinary team. The role will be primarily based at Peterborough City Hospital, with some cross-site working at Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Stamford and Rutland Hospital.

This is a key role for a proactive individual who enjoys working both independently and as part of a wider clinical team. Full training and supervision will be provided, and you will be supported to develop your skills and understanding of liver disease diagnostics.

Main duties of the job

Perform Fibroscan diagnostics for patients referred by internal and external Hepatology services in line with Trust protocols.
Prepare, calibrate, and maintain Fibroscan equipment, ensuring safe operation in accordance with manufacturer and Trust safety guidelines.
Explain the procedure clearly to patients, ensuring informed verbal consent is obtained and the patient experience is positive and professional.
Generate and communicate Fibroscan results promptly to referrers and primary care providers, maintaining accurate patient documentation.
Participate in the delivery of Fibroscans in community outreach settings, ensuring safe and effective service delivery off-site.
Perform venepuncture, capillary blood testing, and dry blood spot testing as required by the medical and nursing teams.
Contribute to audit and quality improvement initiatives within the Hepatology service.
Support new staff and contribute to the development of the Fibroscan service across the Trust.
Maintain confidentiality, dignity, and respect for patients at all times.

You will work 37.5 hours per week, with flexibility to support service needs across Trust sites.

About us

Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.

Date posted

29 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

176-Med-7542227

Job locations

Peterborough City Hospital

Bretton Gate

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the job description for full details. We warmly encourage prospective applicants to arrange an informal discussion or visit to learn more about the role and meet members of the Hepatology team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good standard of general education/GCSE's/NVQ 3 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a customer focused role

Desirable

Previous experience within the NHS
Previous fibroscan experience
Knowledge of liver/liver health

Skills

Essential

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Good written and oral communication skills
Able to organise workload efficiently

Desirable

Fibro scanning skills
Delivering diagnostic tests

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good standard of general education/GCSE's/NVQ 3 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a customer focused role

Desirable

Previous experience within the NHS
Previous fibroscan experience
Knowledge of liver/liver health

Skills

Essential

Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Good written and oral communication skills
Able to organise workload efficiently

Desirable

Fibro scanning skills
Delivering diagnostic tests

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Bretton Gate

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Bretton Gate

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ

Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)