Job summary
A Vascular Sonographer post is available, representing an opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary team, carrying out clinical examinations and playing an important role in the management of patients with vascular disease.
You will perform and independently report on a wide range of vascular ultrasound examinations. These will include Upper and lower limb arterial and venous scans, carotid and aorta scans, pre-operative vein mapping and arterio-venous fistulas.
- Interview Date Thursday 05 December 2024
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
Vascular Ultrasound is situated at our Freeman Hospital site, however work is also undertaken at our Royal Victoria Infirmary and Community ultrasound sites. We also provide the vascular ultrasound service for our neighbouring trusts in Durham (County Durham and Darlington NHSFT) and Sunderland (South Tyneside and Sunderland NHSFT) , and some travel to these sites will be required.
For appointment at Band 7 you will need to possess a degree or equivalent ( e.g. DCR, HNC) in a relevant physical, physiological or biological science, together with either STP Vascular Scientist, Post Graduate Cert/Diploma in Vascular Ultrasound or equivalent. Evidence of relevant clinical experience required.
Candidates nearing qualification as a Vascular Sonographer may also be considered.
Overseas candidates from countries regarded as non majority English speaking will need to provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS Level 7 (C1) or equivalent.
The post holder will have specialist knowledge and experience in vascular ultrasound scanning.
About us
Our staff oversee over 2 million patients 'contacts' each year, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
o Freeman Hospital
o Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
o Newcastle Dental Hospital
o Newcastle Fertility Centre
o Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
o Northern Genetics Service
o Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist in the delivery of the technical aspects of Vascular Ultrasound Service, at Freeman Hospital, Sunderland Royal Hospital and University Hospital North Durham sites.
- Assists in providing professional technical leadership in an area of expertise locally.
- Assists in maintaining and developing high standards of service provision throughout their area of responsibility.
- Assists in developing, implementing and monitoring clinical and organisational strategies within areas of expertise.
- Contributes to service and staff development.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Assist in the delivery of the technical aspects of Vascular Ultrasound Service, at Freeman Hospital, Sunderland Royal Hospital and University Hospital North Durham sites.
- Assists in providing professional technical leadership in an area of expertise locally.
- Assists in maintaining and developing high standards of service provision throughout their area of responsibility.
- Assists in developing, implementing and monitoring clinical and organisational strategies within areas of expertise.
- Contributes to service and staff development.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- A recognised Degree in relevant subject or equivalent
- Appropriate post-graduate certificate/degree at master's level, or equivalent level of specialist knowledge
- The post holder must be on the HCPC Register or equivalent Voluntary Register
Desirable
- SVT Accredited Vascular Scientist
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Good knowledge of IT software packages (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Excel) and experience of applying them
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and safety principles relating to the working area
- Specialist knowledge and skills in medical or scientific equipment relevant to working area
- Knowledge of Governance issues including ethical and regulatory considerations
- In-depth specialist knowledge and understanding of the application of physical and engineering sciences to medicine
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology relevant to the area of work
Desirable
- Experience of quality assurance, research and audit
- Experience in teaching
- Principles of clinical governance
- Working knowledge of patient information and management systems
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and maintain technical services
- Ability to perform and independently report a wide range of vascular ultrasound examinations
Desirable
- Good organisational skills
- Previous patient experience
- Teaching skills
- Research skills
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- A recognised Degree in relevant subject or equivalent.
- Appropriate post-graduate certificate/degree at master's level, or equivalent level of specialist knowledge.
- The post holder must be on the HCPC Register or equivalent Voluntary Register.
Desirable
- SVT Accredited Vascular Scientist
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- A recognised Degree in relevant subject or equivalent
- Appropriate post-graduate certificate/degree at master's level, or equivalent level of specialist knowledge
- The post holder must be on the HCPC Register or equivalent Voluntary Register
Desirable
- SVT Accredited Vascular Scientist
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Good knowledge of IT software packages (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Excel) and experience of applying them
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and safety principles relating to the working area
- Specialist knowledge and skills in medical or scientific equipment relevant to working area
- Knowledge of Governance issues including ethical and regulatory considerations
- In-depth specialist knowledge and understanding of the application of physical and engineering sciences to medicine
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology relevant to the area of work
Desirable
- Experience of quality assurance, research and audit
- Experience in teaching
- Principles of clinical governance
- Working knowledge of patient information and management systems
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and maintain technical services
- Ability to perform and independently report a wide range of vascular ultrasound examinations
Desirable
- Good organisational skills
- Previous patient experience
- Teaching skills
- Research skills
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- A recognised Degree in relevant subject or equivalent.
- Appropriate post-graduate certificate/degree at master's level, or equivalent level of specialist knowledge.
- The post holder must be on the HCPC Register or equivalent Voluntary Register.
Desirable
- SVT Accredited 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).
