Clinical Vascular Scientist

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career path that combines cutting-edge technology with patient care? We're seeking a talented Clinical Vascular Scientist to join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the field of vascular health.

As a Clinical Vascular Scientist, you'll play a crucial role in independently performing a whole range of vascular ultrasound and vascular physiology assessments on patients. You'll have the opportunity to utilise your expertise to modify examinations based on findings, providing highly specialised clinical technical services and independently interpreting and reporting on the results of all non-invasive diagnostic tests.

Main duties of the job

  • Independently perform vascular ultrasound and vascular physiology assessments on patients.
  • Modify examinations based on findings, including performing additional tests as necessary.
  • Provide highly specialized clinical technical services by interpreting and reporting on diagnostic test results.
  • Communicate findings to patients, discussing the clinical significance and outlining possible treatment plans.
  • Write clear and concise reports and communicate findings to colleagues to ensure appropriate patient treatment.

Join our team and become part of a collaborative environment where your skills will be nurtured, and your contributions valued. Take the first step towards an exciting career in North West Anglia FT by applying now!

About us

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
  • Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
  • Flexible working opportunities;
  • Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
  • Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
  • Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
  • Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
  • On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
  • Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
  • Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Date posted

22 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

176-F-6263067

Job locations

Peterborough City Hospital

Edith Cavell Campus

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and Person Specification, for additional information regarding this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and Person Specification, for additional information regarding this post.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) or DCR Diagnostic Radiography (Equivalent to Degree)/Medical Physics/Life Sciences essential
  • Professional Registration - HCPC
  • CPD Portfolio

Desirable

  • Accreditation to the Society of Vascular Technology of Great Britain and Ireland desirable

Experience

Essential

  • 3 years practical experience including a comprehensive understanding of vascular anatomy, haemodynamics and the physical principles of ultrasound
  • Reporting own workload

Desirable

  • Experience of MDT participation

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of CRIS and PACS

Desirable

  • Knowledge of local NHS targets and initiatives
  • Aware of the current changes in the NHS and at NWAFT
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc (Hons) or DCR Diagnostic Radiography (Equivalent to Degree)/Medical Physics/Life Sciences essential
  • Professional Registration - HCPC
  • CPD Portfolio

Desirable

  • Accreditation to the Society of Vascular Technology of Great Britain and Ireland desirable

Experience

Essential

  • 3 years practical experience including a comprehensive understanding of vascular anatomy, haemodynamics and the physical principles of ultrasound
  • Reporting own workload

Desirable

  • Experience of MDT participation

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of CRIS and PACS

Desirable

  • Knowledge of local NHS targets and initiatives
  • Aware of the current changes in the NHS and at NWAFT

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

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City Hospital

Edith Cavell Campus

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

Edith Cavell Campus

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ


Employer's website

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


For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Vascular Sonographer

Tanyah Ewen

tanyah.ewen@nhs.net

01733677592

Date posted

22 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

176-F-6263067

Job locations

Peterborough City Hospital

Edith Cavell Campus

Peterborough

PE3 9GZ


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