Clinical Vascular Scientist, Band 7

at  Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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

• 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.
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 .

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