Clinical Vascular Scientist, Band 7

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Vascular Scientist (or Sonographer experienced in Vascular Ultrasound) to join the friendly team of 12 working in the Vascular Laboratories of Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a permanent 1.0WTE 37.5 hrs per week position. The department runs Monday to Friday, 8.30 - 16.30, but flexible working hours will be considered. You will be expected to work across sites at Cheltenham General and Gloucester Royal Hospitals. There is a regular free shuttle bus service between sites.

The successful candidate must be experienced in vascular ultrasound and will be expected to perform and report on a wide range of vascular ultrasound examinations.

The proposed interview date is 21st November

Main duties of the job

- Performing and reporting vascular ultrasound scans

- Managing the patient workload on a daily basis

- Participating in research, audit and teaching

- Supervising trainee vascular scientists

- Assisting with administrative duties and operational running of the department

The department provides a specialist diagnostic vascular ultrasound imaging service for the Gloucestershire and Swindon vascular network. The main modalities include extracranial carotid and vertebral assessment, peripheral upper and lower limb arterial and venous examinations, bypass graft and post-EVAR surveillance, vein stent surveillance, fistula assessment and treadmill testing.

Ideally you are a statutory registered Clinical Scientist, an SVT accredited Vascular Scientist (AVS) or hold a relevant postgraduate qualification in vascular ultrasound. You must be able to perform required examinations and report on them independently. STP trainees in their final year might also be considered.

Please note: A face to face interview is required as you may need to take part in a practical assessment.

About us

The Vascular Laboratory team work closely with seven Vascular Consultants, Consultant Radiologists, Vascular Access Nurse Specialists, Vascular Surgical Care Practitioners and Vascular Nurse Specialists as part of a multidisciplinary team in the Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery. The Vascular Laboratories are spacious air-conditioned rooms and are well-equipped with 5 Philips EPIQ 7, 1 Philips EPIQ 5 and Philips InnoSite ultrasound machines. We use an electronic reporting system as well as CRIS/PACS.

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the county. Our workforce of almost 8,000 staff provides high quality emergency, elective and specialist care across a range of clinical areas. We are a centre of excellence for stroke care, oncology and trauma. We offer a huge range of opportunities and benefits in a genuinely supportive working environment.

Gloucestershire has excellent transport links being situated near the M5 with good rail links to Birmingham and London. Thriving Gloucester and Regency Cheltenham are vibrant towns within the beautiful Cotswolds region, with a good selection of shops, theatres, pubs and restaurants.

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For further information or an informal chat or visit, please contact Vladimir Skulbedov, Principal Vascular Scientist on 0300 422 5618 or email Vladimir.Skulbedov1@nhs.net.

Date posted

23 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-24-SUR-T1872

Job locations

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

The post-holder is required to provide safe, effective and timely diagnostic vascular ultrasound services within the Gloucestershire and Swindon Vascular network. This involves the use of complex imaging and measurement equipment for direct patient assessment.

The post-holder is required to assume a high degree of autonomy, taking direct responsibility for management of patient workload on a daily basis and reporting the results of the investigation to referring clinicians as well as advising the patient on the appropriate course of action.

The post-holder is also expected to provide scientific and clinical support in the areas of vascular ultrasound, participate in the research and development activities of the department and contribute to the teaching and training of staff and students.

See attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

AVS or equivalent Vascular Ultrasound qualification.

Desirable

MSc in ultrasound related subject.

State registered Clinical Scientist.

Experience

Essential

Competent in basic vascular ultrasound examinations: extracranial carotid arteries, upper and lower limb arterial and venous assessments, aorto-iliac examinations including post-EVAR.

Substantial experience in vascular ultrasound.

Desirable

Experience in extended practice, such as AVF assessment, iliac vein stent assessment and contrast ultrasound experience.

Aptitude and abilities

Essential

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Ability to prioritise and manage own work.

Ability to understand and use complex equipment.

Team working.

Desirable

Knowledge of hospital imaging and electronic patient management systems.

Knowledge

Essential

Specialised knowledge of clinical procedures and practices in vascular ultrasound.

Advanced knowledge of vascular anatomy, physiology and understanding of vascular surgical treatment options.

Proven knowledge of haemodynamics.

Desirable

Knowledge of the principals of quality assurance in vascular ultrasound service.

Proven evidence of ongoing CPD.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

The post-holder is required to provide safe, effective and timely diagnostic vascular ultrasound services within the Gloucestershire and Swindon Vascular network. This involves the use of complex imaging and measurement equipment for direct patient assessment.

The post-holder is required to assume a high degree of autonomy, taking direct responsibility for management of patient workload on a daily basis and reporting the results of the investigation to referring clinicians as well as advising the patient on the appropriate course of action.

The post-holder is also expected to provide scientific and clinical support in the areas of vascular ultrasound, participate in the research and development activities of the department and contribute to the teaching and training of staff and students.

See attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

AVS or equivalent Vascular Ultrasound qualification.

Desirable

MSc in ultrasound related subject.

State registered Clinical Scientist.

Experience

Essential

Competent in basic vascular ultrasound examinations: extracranial carotid arteries, upper and lower limb arterial and venous assessments, aorto-iliac examinations including post-EVAR.

Substantial experience in vascular ultrasound.

Desirable

Experience in extended practice, such as AVF assessment, iliac vein stent assessment and contrast ultrasound experience.

Aptitude and abilities

Essential

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Ability to prioritise and manage own work.

Ability to understand and use complex equipment.

Team working.

Desirable

Knowledge of hospital imaging and electronic patient management systems.

Knowledge

Essential

Specialised knowledge of clinical procedures and practices in vascular ultrasound.

Advanced knowledge of vascular anatomy, physiology and understanding of vascular surgical treatment options.

Proven knowledge of haemodynamics.

Desirable

Knowledge of the principals of quality assurance in vascular ultrasound service.

Proven evidence of ongoing CPD.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • AVS or equivalent Vascular Ultrasound qualification

Desirable

  • MSc in ultrasound related subject
  • State registered Clinical Scientist

Experience

Essential

  • Competent in basic vascular ultrasound examinations

Desirable

  • Substantial experience in vascular ultrasound
  • Experience in extended practice, such as AVF assessment, iliac vein stent and contrast ultrasound

Knowledge

Essential

  • Specialised knowledge of clinical procedures and practices in vascular ultrasound
  • Advanced knowledge of vascular anatomy, physiology and understanding of vascular surgical treatment options
  • Proven knowledge of haemodynamics

Desirable

  • Knowledge of the principals of quality assurance in vascular ultrasound service
  • Proven evidence of ongoing CPD
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • AVS or equivalent Vascular Ultrasound qualification

Desirable

  • MSc in ultrasound related subject
  • State registered Clinical Scientist

Experience

Essential

  • Competent in basic vascular ultrasound examinations

Desirable

  • Substantial experience in vascular ultrasound
  • Experience in extended practice, such as AVF assessment, iliac vein stent and contrast ultrasound

Knowledge

Essential

  • Specialised knowledge of clinical procedures and practices in vascular ultrasound
  • Advanced knowledge of vascular anatomy, physiology and understanding of vascular surgical treatment options
  • Proven knowledge of haemodynamics

Desirable

  • Knowledge of the principals of quality assurance in vascular ultrasound service
  • Proven evidence of ongoing CPD

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Clinical Scientist

Vladimir Skulbedov

Vladimir.Skulbedov1@nhs.net

03004225618

Date posted

23 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-24-SUR-T1872

Job locations

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN


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