Job summary
Take the next step in your career with UHBW's Vascular Science team!
Are you a Clinical Vascular Scientist looking for a new opportunity to expand your expertise in a collaborative, state-of-the-art environment?
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston (UHBW) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Clinical Vascular Scientist to join our renowned Vascular Science Unit.
This is your chance to work with a talented and supportive team, providing critical services across two well-established hospital sites: Bristol Royal Infirmary and Weston General Hospital.
Why UHBW?
Our Vascular Science Unit is a close-knit, scientific team of seven experienced clinical vascular scientists, alongside an STP trainee, a vascular science practitioner apprentice, and three scientific support associates. Together, we provide a comprehensive adult and paediatric vascular science service, with cutting-edge facilities designed to support your clinical development and wellbeing.
What we offer:
- Modern facilities: Work in a spacious, well-equipped environment, with five air-conditioned examination rooms, a large office space, a study room, and comfortable social areas.
- Flexibility: We understand the importance of work-life balance, actively encourage flexible working and offer hybrid working.
- Collaborative culture: Join a supportive, innovative team, where collaboration is key, and your ideas and expertise are valued.
- Location: With roles at both the BRI and WGH, you'll enjoy a dynamic working environment.
Main duties of the job
What you'll be doing:
You'll take on a range of exciting responsibilities, including:
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- Performing vascular diagnostic and surveillance ultrasound scans
- Assess ankle-brachial pressure indices (ABPI) and toe-brachial index (TBI)
- Interpretation and reporting
- Teaching and mentoring
- Clinical research and innovation
- Leadership and workflow management
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England.
UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job Overview (contd)
Who are we looking for?
- Either registered as a Clinical Scientist with the HCPC or accredited by the College and Society for Clinical Vascular Science (CSVS).
- You bring advanced clinical knowledge and expertise in vascular diagnostics.
- You have a passion for teaching and sharing your knowledge with others.
- You are a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality patient care.
- You are proactive, organised, and ready to take the lead in managing department operations and clinical services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job Overview (contd)
Who are we looking for?
- Either registered as a Clinical Scientist with the HCPC or accredited by the College and Society for Clinical Vascular Science (CSVS).
- You bring advanced clinical knowledge and expertise in vascular diagnostics.
- You have a passion for teaching and sharing your knowledge with others.
- You are a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality patient care.
- You are proactive, organised, and ready to take the lead in managing department operations and clinical services.
Person Specification
Aptitudes
Essential
- Work in accordance with the NHS constitution and the Trust values
- Show care and compassion towards patients and use appropriate language to communicate with sensitivity and respect
- Have a passion for clinical vascular science and its value to patient health
- Be a team player - willing to help others, adaptable, good listening skills, respect the opinions of others, embrace change and support others
- Be passionate about teaching others including STP trainees and other healthcare professionals
- Have a proactive approach to work - identify areas of change and being adaptable, take an active role in daily running's and departmental decision making
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Practical clinical experience with proficiency in vascular ultrasound scanning
- Theoretical knowledge of Theoretical knowledge of vascular diseases, haemodynamics and the physics of ultrasounddiseases, haemodynamics and the physics of ultrasound
- Ability to triage and prioritise vascular science workload
- Understand the potential hazards and bio-effects of ultrasound and aware of the national and international ultrasound scan safety guidelines and able to operate safely
- Experience of training, mentoring and supporting others
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrate skills in problem solving and dealing with complex clinical issues
- Proficient in IT skills to be able to electronically report, record and analyse data
- Knowledge of research, audit and service evaluation skills and techniques
- Good presentation skills able to prepare and present at local and national meetings
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- First level degree in a relevant scientific subject
- Accredited Vascular Scientist (AVS) with the Society for Vascular Technology of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or NSHCS STP Certificate of Completion (E) (or near completion for those in year 3 of STP)
Desirable
- HCPC registration or equivalence in progress
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Person Specification
Aptitudes
Essential
- Work in accordance with the NHS constitution and the Trust values
- Show care and compassion towards patients and use appropriate language to communicate with sensitivity and respect
- Have a passion for clinical vascular science and its value to patient health
- Be a team player - willing to help others, adaptable, good listening skills, respect the opinions of others, embrace change and support others
- Be passionate about teaching others including STP trainees and other healthcare professionals
- Have a proactive approach to work - identify areas of change and being adaptable, take an active role in daily running's and departmental decision making
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Practical clinical experience with proficiency in vascular ultrasound scanning
- Theoretical knowledge of Theoretical knowledge of vascular diseases, haemodynamics and the physics of ultrasounddiseases, haemodynamics and the physics of ultrasound
- Ability to triage and prioritise vascular science workload
- Understand the potential hazards and bio-effects of ultrasound and aware of the national and international ultrasound scan safety guidelines and able to operate safely
- Experience of training, mentoring and supporting others
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Demonstrate skills in problem solving and dealing with complex clinical issues
- Proficient in IT skills to be able to electronically report, record and analyse data
- Knowledge of research, audit and service evaluation skills and techniques
- Good presentation skills able to prepare and present at local and national meetings
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- First level degree in a relevant scientific subject
- Accredited Vascular Scientist (AVS) with the Society for Vascular Technology of Great Britain and Northern Ireland or NSHCS STP Certificate of Completion (E) (or near completion for those in year 3 of STP)
Desirable
- HCPC registration or equivalence in progress
- Evidence of continuing professional development
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
