University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Bank Clinical Vascular Scientist

The closing date is 27 August 2025

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen within the Vascular Assessment Unit (VAU) at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for a motivated and dedicated Clinical Vascular Scientist to join our team of eight qualified vascular scientists, two trainee vascular scientists and our administration team. This bank post involves cross-site working covering ourhub site based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton, as well as Worthing, Southlands, Princess Royal and Eastbourne hospitals.

Main duties of the job

The role assumes a high degree of autonomy and independence to undertake and report on a full range of specialist vascular science diagnostic investigations. The role also provides clinical scientific support to healthcare professionals, such as vascular surgery and other specialties, and carries out other duties in line with the full job description.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Details

Date posted

13 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£24.45 to £27.98 an hour per hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

279-7301566-AUG25

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical and Scientific:

  • Independently (unsupervised) perform, interpret and accurately report specialist diagnostic vascular ultrasound investigations (this may require concentration during busy environments with many distractions) to enable appropriate and timely clinical decision-making
  • Ensure reports are saved onto the appropriate information storage systems, such as PACS, adhering to appropriate information governance

  • Recognise when the test is sub-optimal, using alternative methods to obtain accurate results, and modify examinations depending on findings using skills and knowledge obtained through experience

  • Seek a second opinion from colleagues when necessary and provide a second opinion for other members of the team

  • Report urgently or routinely to the referring clinician depending on the findings

  • Analyse requests from clinicians, select appropriate tests and prioritise them according to clinical need and resources available

Please see Job Description for more detailed information

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical and Scientific:

  • Independently (unsupervised) perform, interpret and accurately report specialist diagnostic vascular ultrasound investigations (this may require concentration during busy environments with many distractions) to enable appropriate and timely clinical decision-making
  • Ensure reports are saved onto the appropriate information storage systems, such as PACS, adhering to appropriate information governance

  • Recognise when the test is sub-optimal, using alternative methods to obtain accurate results, and modify examinations depending on findings using skills and knowledge obtained through experience

  • Seek a second opinion from colleagues when necessary and provide a second opinion for other members of the team

  • Report urgently or routinely to the referring clinician depending on the findings

  • Analyse requests from clinicians, select appropriate tests and prioritise them according to clinical need and resources available

Please see Job Description for more detailed information

Person Specification

Person Specification

Essential

  • Current holder of The College and Society for Clinical Vascular Science (CSVS) Accredited Vascular Scientist status
  • Relevant science undergraduate honours degree
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Excellent computer and administration skills
  • Willingness to teach and train others
  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect, appropriate to their individual needs.
  • Ability to establish good working relationships with patients, carers, administrators, healthcare professionals, managers etc.
  • Able to reflect and appraise own performance

Desirable

  • HCPC registration as Clinical Scientist (Vascular)
  • CASE accredited post graduate qualification in vascular ultrasound

Equality Diversity Inclusion

Essential

  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Person Specification

Person Specification

Essential

  • Current holder of The College and Society for Clinical Vascular Science (CSVS) Accredited Vascular Scientist status
  • Relevant science undergraduate honours degree
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Excellent computer and administration skills
  • Willingness to teach and train others
  • Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect, appropriate to their individual needs.
  • Ability to establish good working relationships with patients, carers, administrators, healthcare professionals, managers etc.
  • Able to reflect and appraise own performance

Desirable

  • HCPC registration as Clinical Scientist (Vascular)
  • CASE accredited post graduate qualification in vascular ultrasound

Equality Diversity Inclusion

Essential

  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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).

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.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Clinical Vascular Scientist

Hannah Williamson

hannah.williamson1@nhs.net

01273696955

Details

Date posted

13 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£24.45 to £27.98 an hour per hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

279-7301566-AUG25

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE


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