Job summary
Are you looking to be a part of a compassionate, supportive and caring team of Sonographers? Then look no further; A Vascular Sonographer / Senior Clinical Vascular Technologist post is available, representing an opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary team, carrying out clinical examinations and playing an important role in the management of patients with vascular disease.
You will perform and independently report on a wide range of vascular ultrasound examinations. These will include Upper and lower limb arterial and venous scans, carotid and aorta scans, pre-operative vein mapping and arterio-venous fistulas.
For appointment at Band 7 you will need to possess a degree or equivalent ( e.g. DCR, HNC) in a relevant physical, physiological or biological science, together with either STP Vascular Scientist, Post Graduate Cert/Diploma in Vascular Ultrasound or equivalent. Evidence of relevant clinical experience required.
Main duties of the job
- To carry out ultrasound scans including highly specialist techniques across a wide range of clinical needs
- To work as an autonomous practitioner
- To produce clinical reports on scans performed.
- To maintain the highest quality of patient care and imaging
- To work as part of the Ultrasound team and organise the workload
- To part-take in a oncall service and extended days to include weekends.
About us
Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do. You can expect to see them in the way we act and the way we treat each other. Our values make us who we are.
Service We will put our patients first
Teamwork We will work together
Ambition We will aspire to provide the best service
Respect We will act with integrity
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in the delivery of the technical aspects of Vascular Ultrasound Service, at Great Western Hospital sites.
Assists in providing professional technical leadership in an area of expertise locally.
Assists in maintaining and developing high standards of service provision throughout their area of responsibility.
Assists in developing, implementing and monitoring clinical and organisational strategies within areas of expertise.
Contributes to service and staff development.
Please see the attached job description for full information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in the delivery of the technical aspects of Vascular Ultrasound Service, at Great Western Hospital sites.
Assists in providing professional technical leadership in an area of expertise locally.
Assists in maintaining and developing high standards of service provision throughout their area of responsibility.
Assists in developing, implementing and monitoring clinical and organisational strategies within areas of expertise.
Contributes to service and staff development.
Please see the attached job description for full information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A recognised Degree in relevant subject or equivalent.
- Registration with the Health Professions Council or equivalent Voluntary Register
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Appropriate post-graduate certificate/degree at master's level, or equivalent level of specialist knowledge.
Desirable
- SVT Accredited Vascular Scientist
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Vascular Ultrasound scanning
Desirable
- Post-qualification experience of working in the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Developed ultrasound scanning skills
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or single-handedly
- Excellent patient care
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- IT skills
- Excellent Organisational Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A recognised Degree in relevant subject or equivalent.
- Registration with the Health Professions Council or equivalent Voluntary Register
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Appropriate post-graduate certificate/degree at master's level, or equivalent level of specialist knowledge.
Desirable
- SVT Accredited Vascular Scientist
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in Vascular Ultrasound scanning
Desirable
- Post-qualification experience of working in the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Developed ultrasound scanning skills
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or single-handedly
- Excellent patient care
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- IT skills
- Excellent Organisational Skills
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
