Job summary
Applications are invited to join a leading vascular ultrasound unit based in these two world famous London teaching hospitals. The temporary post for 15 months will suit Society for Vascular Technology accredited vascular scientists who are keen to expand their horizons and encompass the delivery of diagnostic excellence to the principal clinical stakeholders, undertake vascular research and teaching. Those approaching accreditation would be considered on a lower pay band.
Currently we have six accredited vascular scientists, one trainee vascular scientist and an administrator. The unit performs a wide range of vascular and microvascular diagnostic methods and is fully equipped with GE Logiq E10s and brand new Philips Epiq and Samsung RS85 machines. We work closely with six consultant vascular surgeons, two vascular nurse specialists and other medical specialists.
The Government has announced that the legal requirement for all NHS workers in England, to be double vaccinated,is currently under legislative review.
We do however encourage those in roles that have face to face contact with patients to be double vaccinated against COVID-19 (unless they are medically exempt), and are continuing to support the vaccination uptake for all staff as this remains the best line of defence.
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 where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duplex Ultrasound
- Carotid artery assessment for stenosis, occlusion, dissection, aneurysm, carotid body tumour
- Peripheral venous assessment for superficial and deep venous thrombosis and incompetence, chronic thrombosis, post-thrombotic states, congenital venous malformation syndromes
- Peripheral arterial assessment - including the aorto-iliac segment for true and false aneurysm, occlusion, stenosis, dissection, embolic events, graft surveillance
- AV fistula assessment for mature haemodialysis fistulae and assessment of upper limb arterial and venous tree prior to AV fistula formation
- Pre-operative marking of veins for use as arterial bypass conduits and prior to varicose vein removal
Ultrasound Doppler pressure measurement
- Ankle-Brachial Pressure Index measurements
- To independently undertake the interpretation, diagnosis and reporting of a range of clinical conditions based on the complex data derived from vascular ultrasound investigations
- To recognise and report limitations of the scan which affect the accuracy of the diagnosis the post holder has derived from the scan, and recommend alternative imaging where appropriate
- To determine when urgent medical attention is required for the patient, based upon the diagnosis derived from the scan, and then obtain the appropriate medical attention
- To determine when it is appropriate to explain the findings of the scan to the patient: this requires a great deal of subjective judgement, sensitivity and empathy
- To inform the patient of what happens after the scan, in terms of further investigation and consultation regarding their medical complaint
- To attend angiography meetings to explain and discuss scan diagnoses with surgeons, radiologists and other medical professionals
- To provide, in collaboration with clinical colleagues, written protocols accurately describing all diagnostic procedures being utilised
- To study, assess and implement into clinical practice new specialist vascular ultrasound procedures
- In collaboration with clinical colleagues ensure that all matters relating to the proper clinical governance of the vascular ultrasound service are maintained
Patient Care
- To maintain confidentiality and patient dignity at all times
- To provide support and assistance to elderly and infirm patients: this may involve dealing with bodily fluids (vomit, urine, blood) and open wounds
- To assist patients with undressing and dressing, transferring on and off the bed, or to the toilet when necessary
Managerial
- To manage the vascular ultrasound clinic on a daily basis.
- Ensure that patients undergo their examinations promptly and prioritise investigations as necessary
- Ensure the facilities and environment of the clinic is maintained at a high standard
- Analyse the services management procedures and propose improvements to colleagues, implement change within the service
- To help ensure smooth implementation of new services offered by the vascular laboratory
Teaching, training
- Specifically to take responsibility for the training of;
- Trainee radiologists, clinical vascular scientists and ultrasonographers in the use of duplex scanning in vascular investigations
- Clinical Physics trainees in accordance with the professions requirements
- Other clinical and technical staff members seconded to the service in the use of Doppler ultrasound applied to carotid scanning
- Supervise and manage trainees undergoing clinical training
Research.
- To undertake the research and development of;
- diagnostic vascular ultrasound measurements
- clinical studies of vascular disease and publish results of evidence based medicine and scientific results in high quality clinical journals, oral presentations to large audiences and produce posters:
- Undertake the clinical audit of the service in collaboration with colleagues
- Undertake the clinical and technical support of clinical trials
General Responsibilities
- To promote positive public relations internally and externally
- To attend departmental and trust meetings as required
- Respect at all times the confidentiality of electronically stored personal data in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
- The post holder must, at all times, carry out his/her duties with regard to all statutory and professional regulations and local rules, including health and safety, accident, fire and hygiene regulations, and fulfil his/her requirements with due regard to the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy.
- The post holder is expected to take responsibility for self-development on a continuous basis, undertaking on-the job and other training as required. This will require the post holder to attend training courses at external organisations
- The post holder must be aware of individual responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work Act and identify and report, as necessary, any untoward accident, incident or potentially hazardous environment
- The post holder is expected to develop IT skills
- The post holder may be required to undertake duties at any location within the Trust, or at sites where Clinical Physics has contractual obligations in order to meet the service needs.
The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the postholder.
The post holder might be required to work across the Trust at any time throughout the duration of his/her contract, which may entail travel and working at different hospital.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duplex Ultrasound
- Carotid artery assessment for stenosis, occlusion, dissection, aneurysm, carotid body tumour
- Peripheral venous assessment for superficial and deep venous thrombosis and incompetence, chronic thrombosis, post-thrombotic states, congenital venous malformation syndromes
- Peripheral arterial assessment - including the aorto-iliac segment for true and false aneurysm, occlusion, stenosis, dissection, embolic events, graft surveillance
- AV fistula assessment for mature haemodialysis fistulae and assessment of upper limb arterial and venous tree prior to AV fistula formation
- Pre-operative marking of veins for use as arterial bypass conduits and prior to varicose vein removal
Ultrasound Doppler pressure measurement
- Ankle-Brachial Pressure Index measurements
- To independently undertake the interpretation, diagnosis and reporting of a range of clinical conditions based on the complex data derived from vascular ultrasound investigations
- To recognise and report limitations of the scan which affect the accuracy of the diagnosis the post holder has derived from the scan, and recommend alternative imaging where appropriate
- To determine when urgent medical attention is required for the patient, based upon the diagnosis derived from the scan, and then obtain the appropriate medical attention
- To determine when it is appropriate to explain the findings of the scan to the patient: this requires a great deal of subjective judgement, sensitivity and empathy
- To inform the patient of what happens after the scan, in terms of further investigation and consultation regarding their medical complaint
- To attend angiography meetings to explain and discuss scan diagnoses with surgeons, radiologists and other medical professionals
- To provide, in collaboration with clinical colleagues, written protocols accurately describing all diagnostic procedures being utilised
- To study, assess and implement into clinical practice new specialist vascular ultrasound procedures
- In collaboration with clinical colleagues ensure that all matters relating to the proper clinical governance of the vascular ultrasound service are maintained
Patient Care
- To maintain confidentiality and patient dignity at all times
- To provide support and assistance to elderly and infirm patients: this may involve dealing with bodily fluids (vomit, urine, blood) and open wounds
- To assist patients with undressing and dressing, transferring on and off the bed, or to the toilet when necessary
Managerial
- To manage the vascular ultrasound clinic on a daily basis.
- Ensure that patients undergo their examinations promptly and prioritise investigations as necessary
- Ensure the facilities and environment of the clinic is maintained at a high standard
- Analyse the services management procedures and propose improvements to colleagues, implement change within the service
- To help ensure smooth implementation of new services offered by the vascular laboratory
Teaching, training
- Specifically to take responsibility for the training of;
- Trainee radiologists, clinical vascular scientists and ultrasonographers in the use of duplex scanning in vascular investigations
- Clinical Physics trainees in accordance with the professions requirements
- Other clinical and technical staff members seconded to the service in the use of Doppler ultrasound applied to carotid scanning
- Supervise and manage trainees undergoing clinical training
Research.
- To undertake the research and development of;
- diagnostic vascular ultrasound measurements
- clinical studies of vascular disease and publish results of evidence based medicine and scientific results in high quality clinical journals, oral presentations to large audiences and produce posters:
- Undertake the clinical audit of the service in collaboration with colleagues
- Undertake the clinical and technical support of clinical trials
General Responsibilities
- To promote positive public relations internally and externally
- To attend departmental and trust meetings as required
- Respect at all times the confidentiality of electronically stored personal data in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
- The post holder must, at all times, carry out his/her duties with regard to all statutory and professional regulations and local rules, including health and safety, accident, fire and hygiene regulations, and fulfil his/her requirements with due regard to the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy.
- The post holder is expected to take responsibility for self-development on a continuous basis, undertaking on-the job and other training as required. This will require the post holder to attend training courses at external organisations
- The post holder must be aware of individual responsibilities under the Health and Safety at work Act and identify and report, as necessary, any untoward accident, incident or potentially hazardous environment
- The post holder is expected to develop IT skills
- The post holder may be required to undertake duties at any location within the Trust, or at sites where Clinical Physics has contractual obligations in order to meet the service needs.
The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the postholder.
The post holder might be required to work across the Trust at any time throughout the duration of his/her contract, which may entail travel and working at different hospital.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in related Science.
- AVS Accreditation.
- SVT membership.
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma in Vascular Ultrasound.
- MSc in Vascular Ultrasound
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of vascular ultrasound diagnostic procedures.
- Understanding of responsibilities under clinical governance.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Scanning skills in clinical measurements, clinical trials.
Desirable
- Training and supervision of junior clinicians.
- Extensive experience as a vascular scientist.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in related Science.
- AVS Accreditation.
- SVT membership.
Desirable
- Post graduate diploma in Vascular Ultrasound.
- MSc in Vascular Ultrasound
Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of vascular ultrasound diagnostic procedures.
- Understanding of responsibilities under clinical governance.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Scanning skills in clinical measurements, clinical trials.
Desirable
- Training and supervision of junior clinicians.
- Extensive experience as a vascular scientist.
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).
