Job summary
We are seeking a Vascular Scientist to join our renowned unit based in two prestigious London teaching hospitals, The Royal London and St Bartholomew's. This is a full or part-time position offering a dynamic role for an accredited professional.As well as the newly added RRP, we provide flexible working options to balance the demands of the laboratory, while offering potential for increased hours.Opportunities for professional development including HSST are also available.
Our Vascular Laboratory provides a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations. We perform carotid, peripheral arterial and venous assessments, TCD, fistula, renal artery, EVAR and GCA studies.
The successful candidate will deliver exceptional diagnostic care to our patients, contribute to vascular research and participate in teaching activities. Individuals nearing SVT accreditation will be considered on a lower pay band.
We are a team of six experienced vascular scientists, a trainee and full time administrative support. Close collaboration with consultant vascular surgeons, nurse specialists and other medical professionals is integral to our work. In addition to clinical duties, dedicated time is allocated for research and professional development.
Barts Health provides a stimulating work environment with excellent transport links, a range of staff benefits and modern and spacious facilities.
Join us in delivering outstanding patient care and contributing to the advancement of vascular ultrasound.
Main duties of the job
To provide clinical diagnostic vascular ultrasound expertise to the Vascular Ultrasound Service and thereby deliver a comprehensive Trust wide vascular diagnostic ultrasound service to referring medical and surgical consultants.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in related Science.
- AVS accreditation.
- SVT membership.
Desirable
- MSc in Vascular Ultrasound.
- Post graduate diploma in Vascular Ultrasound.
Experience
Essential
- Scanning skills in clinical measurements, clinical trials.
Desirable
- Experience as a vascular scientist.
- Research publications.
- Training and supervision of junior clinicians.
- Management of administration staff.
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of vascular ultrasound diagnostic procedures.
- Understanding of responsibilities under clinical governance.
Skills
Essential
- Word processing, CRS/RIS/PACS knowledge. Spreadsheet and database entry knowledge.
- Able to position patients and equipment.
- Able to undertake scanning using highly precise probe manipulations for long periods.
- Able to concentrate on scanning and reporting within a busy clinic with some interruptions.
Desirable
- Able to train and supervise trainee vascular scientists and administrators.
Other
Essential
- Able to communicate clinical findings to medical and technical colleagues.
- Able to deliver research findings to scientific and clinical audiences.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in related Science.
- AVS accreditation.
- SVT membership.
Desirable
- MSc in Vascular Ultrasound.
- Post graduate diploma in Vascular Ultrasound.
Experience
Essential
- Scanning skills in clinical measurements, clinical trials.
Desirable
- Experience as a vascular scientist.
- Research publications.
- Training and supervision of junior clinicians.
- Management of administration staff.
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of vascular ultrasound diagnostic procedures.
- Understanding of responsibilities under clinical governance.
Skills
Essential
- Word processing, CRS/RIS/PACS knowledge. Spreadsheet and database entry knowledge.
- Able to position patients and equipment.
- Able to undertake scanning using highly precise probe manipulations for long periods.
- Able to concentrate on scanning and reporting within a busy clinic with some interruptions.
Desirable
- Able to train and supervise trainee vascular scientists and administrators.
Other
Essential
- Able to communicate clinical findings to medical and technical colleagues.
- Able to deliver research findings to scientific and clinical audiences.
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).
