Clinical Vascular Scientist
On site
Wigan, United Kingdom
Freelance
02-03-2025
Job Specifications
Job Summary
An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Clinical Vascular Scientist to join a small but friendly established team.
The vascular lab conducts all routine vascular ultrasound scans as well as specialising in popliteal artery entrapment assessment, working alongside a multidisciplinary team of consultants and physiotherapists.
The job is based in the vascular lab at Royal Albert Edward Infirmary which has three modern Philips Epiq ultrasound scanners as well as specialist examination beds designed specifically for vascular ultrasound tests.
We encourage flexible working patterns to achieve a high standard of work-life balance wherever possible.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to conduct all routine vascular ultrasound examinations to support the vascular surgeons as well as inpatient and emergency care services. Participation in quality improvement projects and audit will be required as part of the role.
About Us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Date posted
26 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
302-25-6986856M
Job locations
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Key results from the job holder
To provide and deliver a high quality and effective vascular ultrasound service by independently performing examinations, interpreting the images, producing and issuing a report to the referring clinician and ensuring an optimum patient experience.
Perform and report specialist vascular ultrasound procedures and ABPI measurement.
Responsible for checking, vetting and prioritising ultrasound requests.
To be constantly seeking ways to improve standards and performance.
To act as a clinical expert in vascular ultrasound
Participate in departmental audits and research projects e.g. Post and under graduate research studies if needed
Assist in production and update of patient information sheets when required.
Awareness of NHSLA and NICE guidelines
Responsibility for effective service delivery.
Ultrasound safety issues in accordance with B.M.U.S. guidelines.
To provide a highly specialised technical service using Ultrasound scans to carry out diagnosis.
To produce independently a report on the Ultrasound examination
Medical scans are interpreted during and immediately after production of hard copy images the report is documented immediately and transcribed.
Verbal consent is sought for all scans
To be actively involved in proposals to change Ultrasound protocols and keeping Ultrasound policies and procedures up to date.
Planning and Organisational Duties
To be flexible to changes in service demands
To participate in and keep records of equipment testing e.g. QA and post installation
Plans and prioritises own, (and trainee/HCA) workload.
To maintain quality control procedures
To report equipment faults.
To participate in an effective patient appointment system- monitoring appointment diaries and booking allocations as and when necessary
To be flexible and provide cover for colleagues as requested by lead vascular scientist.
Organisation of and participation in meetings, CPD and audit and attend MDT.
Involvement in maintaining stocks levels of items
Involvement in the vetting /prepping of referrals using multiple computer systems
Communications and Key Working Relationships
To liaise with other departments, units, hospitals and other agencies as necessary
To attend and contribute to clinical audit and MDT meetings
To use the Radiology Information System (CRIS), Prism and PACS to maintain and update accurate patient and departmental records to the standards expected within the directorate.
To keep up to date with the Trusts information and Departmental policies.
To safeguard at all times confidentiality of information relating to patients and staff.
Responsibility for Finance
To assist in the evaluation and purchase of equipment taking into consideration costs and suitability to provide a suitable level of service.
To ensure the responsible use of all Ultrasound equipment and resources
Responsibility for Human Resources
To support the departmental induction process for new work colleagues.
Responsibility for Health & Safety
Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
To undertake all mandatory training courses including those with regard to Health and Safety and be familiar with departmental procedures and protocols
Regularly attending both theoretical and practical moving and handling sessions.
Ensure the health and safety of all patients during ultrasound procedures, which are undertaken both within the department and on the ward as required.
To support the departmental induction process for new work colleagues.
To supervise all members of staff in the performance of their duties.
To take part in Q.A measures in keeping with clinical governance
To ensure the responsible use of all Ultrasound equipment and resources.
Support vascular surgeons with interventional procedures
Responsibility for NHSLA
Awareness of NHSLA and NICE guidelines
Responsibility for effective service delivery.
Ultrasound safety issues in accordance with B.M.U.S. guidelines.
To provide a highly specialised technical service using Ultrasound scans to carry out diagnosis.
To produce independently a report on the Ultrasound examination
Medical scans are interpreted during and immediately after production of hard copy images the report is documented immediately and transcribed.
Verbal consent is sought for all scans
To be actively involved in proposals to change Ultrasound protocols and keeping Ultrasound policies and procedures up to date.
Responsibility for Teaching
To mentor and support Trainees in Ultrasound
To attend internal and external study ...
About the Company
We deliver a range of health and care services to support over 500,000 people living across Northumberland and North Tyneside. We are one of the North East’s largest employers with over 12,000 dedicated members of staff. At the heart of all we do is a commitment to provide the best possible healthcare for local people, in the right place for their needs, whatever their stage in life. #LifelongCare Know more
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