Job overview
We are seeking a full-time, accredited/trained vascular scientist to join our team in the Vascular Ultrasound department at Royal Bournemouth Hospital for a fixed-term of 12 months to cover maternity leave. STP trainees about to qualify are encouraged to apply and those interested in more flexible hours will also be considered. Our department supports a DVT clinic, acute stroke service (including weekend TIA clinic) and regular vascular one-stop clinics for 7 vascular consultants working as part of the main hub of the Dorset and Wiltshire vascular network.
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Interview Date: 4th October
Main duties of the job
You will be performing and independently reporting on a range of vascular ultrasound diagnostic investigations including peripheral arterial and venous duplex, carotid duplex, DVT scanning, ABPI measurement and mapping/monitoring of dialysis access patients. You will also be expected to assist in the teaching and supervision of our trainees and participate in departmental audits.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
As a vascular scientist you will be expected to carry out vascular ultrasound diagnostic investigations to the standards required by the department. Performing arterial and venous duplex scans to support DVT and stroke services, vascular surgery and other. Ensuring high level of patient care. Prioritising workload by triaging in-patient requests. Independent reporting of scans for consultants/DVT nurses, including appropriate communication of urgent findings.
You will also have the following responsibilities:
1. To explain to patients the nature of the investigation being sensitive to their needs, feelings and sensibilities throughout the procedure.
2. To work closely with other members of the department to achieve best possible results.
3. To select the appropriate investigations for each patient, based on the request form and discussion with the patient and to adjust standard procedures as necessary.
4. To interpret findings for inclusion in verbal, written or diagrammatic reports.
5. To be familiar with other modalities which may give similar or complementary information which may assist with the test performed.
6. To prioritise & manage own work. To accommodate urgent requests without compromise on quality.
7. To assist with preparation, development and review of protocols for the investigations.
8. To retain awareness of the costs of equipment & consumables, to assist with keeping equipment well maintained and clean.
9. To participate in teaching & supervision of trainees and other staff.
10. To attend MDT meetings to present findings from Vascular Ultrasound investigations.
11. To participate in and maintain accreditation by performing CPD activities.
12. To maintain awareness of appropriate technical & scientific developments and to attend seminars, courses & conferences as necessary.
13. To document each investigation by making appropriate measurements & sketches and by recording appropriate images.
14. To write concise reports with accompanying diagrams where needed.
15. To monitor the accuracy & usefulness of the service through audit and by discussion with colleagues & clinicians.
16. To support and participate in research as agreed with Vascular Ultrasound Lead.
17. To maintain hygiene and reduce the risk of cross infection.
18. To be compassionate and understanding with patients and be able to deliver unfavourable results sensitively.
19. To be able to work under pressure and in a busy clinical setting.
20. To help patients to move between wheelchairs and couches as well as manoeuvring heavy equipment on occasion.
21. To carry out investigations requiring long periods of concentration.
You will be working independently for much of the time, often with an assistant but sometimes alone.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria:
1. BSc. Science subject
2. Accredited Vascular Scientist with Society for Vascular Technology of Great Britain & Ireland OR Completion of Vascular STP training
Desirable criteria:
1. HCPC Registration
2. Accredited Vascular Scientist with the Society for Vascular Technology of Great Britain & Ireland (if STP qualified).
3. MSc Vascular Science
Experience
Essential criteria:
1. To be able to work independently in all areas of vascular ultrasound.
2. Experienced in Doppler ABPI testing.
3. To manage own workload, prioritise and meet deadlines.
4. Evidence of continual professional development
5. Participation in departmental audit activities
Desirable criteria:
1. General Ultrasound experience including abdominal, gynae & pelvic.
2. Experience of training/mentoring students.
3. Experience of research participation.
Technical skills
Essential criteria:
1. High standard of clinical competency in a wide range of Vascular Ultrasound examinations.
2. Manual dexterity and hand eye co-ordination skills.
Desirable criteria:
1. Experience of using PACS and RIS.
Interpersonal skills
Essential criteria:
1. Good communicator, compassionate attitude towards patient care.
2. Ability to supervise & teach other staff.
3. Excellent team worker.
Personal attributes
Essential criteria:
1. Ability to work under pressure.
2. Showing initiative.
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential criteria:
1. Flexible approach to work.
2. Uniform to be worn during clinical work.
Language requirement
Essential criteria:
1. Able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role.
Knowledge
Essential criteria:
1. In depth knowledge of anatomy, pathology & clinical conditions related to vascular ultrasound.
2. Current Knowledge of best practice and up to date knowledge on current trends in vascular ultrasound.
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