Clinical Vascular Scientist

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical and Professional Responsibilities

1.1 To provide a high standard of ultrasound practice and the delivery of an evidence-based service, geared towards patient care. This is in accordance with the CSVS Code of Professional Conduct, CSVS Guidelines and the Trusts Policies and Procedures.

1.2 To demonstrate a high standard of ultrasound skills and interpret diagnostic ultrasound information.

1.3 To issue independent reports and discuss with the Manager / Lead Practitioner on further imaging where appropriate to ensure the effective management of patients.

1.4 To exercise analytical and judgmental skills when communicating highly complex information and advice to patients, colleagues and medical staff.

1.5 To prepare the patient for the diagnostic ultrasound examination and fulfil the requirements of correct patient identification, confidentiality and data protection.

1.6 Prepare the environment and equipment for diagnostic ultrasound examinations.

1.7 Develop and maintain effective communication with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure effective patient management.

1.8 To work in conjunction with future collaboratives to meet local and national waiting time initiatives.

1.9 To ensure all examinations and images are fully documented as per agreed policy.

1.10 To sustain physical, mental and emotional effort to meet the demands of the job. This involves breaking bad news and imparting highly sensitive information to patients and relatives.

1.11 To use high specification technical ultrasound equipment and ensure it is in good working order.

Management Responsibilities

2.1 To actively participate in standard setting and clinical audit within the ultrasound department.

2.2 To work within and contribute to evidence-based protocols and guidelines.

2.3 Be responsible for time management and prioritising your own workload.

2.4 In the absence of the manager, to prioritise the departmental workload.

2.5 To take part in the evaluation and selection of ultrasound equipment.

Education

3.1 To maintain a CPD folder in a proactive way and to continue to develop ones own knowledge and practice, in particular communication and counselling skills.

3.2 Maintain continued competency in emergency resuscitation, manual handling techniques and fire regulations. To attend the appropriate training as required by the trust.

3.3 Take part in individual performance reviews and personal development in conjunction with the departmental manager.

3.4 To develop and present lectures in line with training and CPD requirements.

3.5 To be actively involved with the training of students, including sonographers, radiographers, registrars and SHOs (both clinical and theoretical).

3.6 Participate in research and evidence-based care to ensure the highest level of patient care.

3.7 To provide external assessor duties for CSVS practical examinations.

Clinical Governance Responsibilities

4.1 To adhere to the trust policies and rules in relation to the Health and Safety at Work Act.

4.2 Participate in the development of departmental protocols to ensure the highest level of clinical governance.4.3 Adhere to quality and risk management initiatives and targets to ensure the wellbeing of all staff

4.4 Support staff and colleagues to deliver appropriate clinical competencies to deliver safe and effective patient care and their own professional development.

4.5 Promote, monitor and maintain the safety and security of the workplace through audit and risk management

4.6 To be appropriately equipped to deal with untoward incidences and patient or relatives complaints.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oBSc Biomedical Sciences (or equivalent) oAVS (Accredited Vascular Scientist) oEvidence of CPD oCurrent Membership to Professional Body.

Experience

Essential

• oBroad experience in vascular ultrasound scanning oExperience at writing reports oExperience in counselling, breaking bad news and referral of patients to tertiary centres oFamiliar with radiology IT systems oGeneral administrative duties within an ultrasound environment

Desirable

• oExperience in quality control oExperience in departmental audit oExperience in departmental administrative duties.

Knowledge

Essential

• oNHS Constitution oTrust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes oThorough knowledge of normal anatomy, physiology and pathology of upper abdomen and pelvic examinations. oSafe use of technical ultrasound equipment

Desirable

• Further post-graduate specialist training

Skills

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to people who use Trust and other related services: oYou have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights. oYou are able to communicate effectively with them and with other staff to ensure that their care, treatment and support are not compromised. oYou have a good understanding of their communication, physical & emotional needs; can identify their individual needs and preferences, their changing needs and recognise and promote their independence. oAbility to interpret and describe ultrasound images accurately oTechnical skills in scanner manipulation to optimise image resolution oExcellent communication and people skills oAbility to give practical and theoretical training to students oCommunication and liaison with other health care professionals oCalm and friendly disposition

Desirable

• oInvolvement in clinical research and project trials

Attitudes, Behaviours and values

Essential

• oAlways puts patients first oCustomer service focus oWilling and able to take personal responsibility oDemonstrates passion for excellence oSeeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered oTakes pride in their work and their team oFlexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives oRespects, values and cares for others oSupports learning and development of self and others oSupports and promotes equality and diversity

Other

Essential

• oMust be able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable, trustworthy & treat people who use the services, and colleagues, with respect. oMust be able to demonstrate that you have knowledge of your professional code of conduct and guidance issued by your professional body and that you adhere to these. Take responsibility and be accountable for own professional actions including written reports. oReliability and self-motivation oWork independently and as a team member oWork under pressure oAble to work on any site.

Desirable

• oAbility to motivate and encourage others

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peters Hospital

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

Employer's website

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