Job summary
Applications are invited to join a leading vascular ultrasound unit based in these two world famous London teaching hospitals. There is currently a vacancy for either a full time or part time substantive post which will suit a Society for Vascular Technology accredited vascular scientist who is 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 should also apply and will be considered on a lower pay band. The post comes with the opportunity to study for HSST (Higher Specialist Scientific Training) with the National School of Healthcare Science.
Currently we have six accredited vascular scientists, a trainee and an administrator. The unit performs a wide range of vascular and microvascular diagnostic methods with high performance scanners. We work closely with six consultant vascular surgeons, three vascular nurse specialists and other medical specialists. As well as performing vascular duplex scans, time is allocated weekly for research and professional study.
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
The principal responsibility of the post holder is to provide technical, scientific and clinical expertise to the vascular ultrasound service and to promptly and accurately produce a comprehensive report of the diagnostic procedures they undertake. To take scientific, technical and clinical responsibility for the quality of the diagnostic procedures and to ensure the adequate training and supervision of all staff employed by, or seconded to, the service in matters of diagnostic accuracy.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The principal responsibility of the post holder is to provide technical, scientific and clinical expertise to the vascular ultrasound service and to promptly and accurately produce a comprehensive report of the diagnostic procedures they undertake. To take scientific, technical and clinical responsibility for the quality of the diagnostic procedures and to ensure the adequate training and supervision of all staff employed by, or seconded to, the service in matters of diagnostic accuracy.
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.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in related Science
- AVS accreditation
- SVT membership
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of vascular ultrasound diagnostic procedures
- Scanning skills in clinical measurements, clinical trials
- Understanding of responsibilities under clinical governance
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in related Science
- AVS accreditation
- SVT membership
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of vascular ultrasound diagnostic procedures
- Scanning skills in clinical measurements, clinical trials
- Understanding of responsibilities under clinical governance
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).
