St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
12 month fixed term ending 30/09/2025 + £5K relocation fee
The primary role of the post-holder is to perform, interpret and report complex detailed diagnostic vascular ultrasound exams to the highest standard. The post-holder will also participate in training and supervising junior members of staff and students.
The post-holder will help in the day-to-day running of the department, reviewing and vetting scan requests to determine appropriateness and clinical urgency to prioritise workload as needed. The post-holder will also participate in clinical audits and research activities within the department.
The post-holder will be encouraged to publish their work and present at national and international scientific meetings, aiming to advance vascular science and continue to increase the overall stature/reputation of the vascular laboratory.
Main duties of the job
The primary role of this job is to perform, interpret and report a wide range of complex diagnostic vascular ultrasound exams to a high standard. The St George's Vascular Institute is one of the premier tertiary vascular centres in London.
A variety of complex and interesting cases are regularly referred to the unit, offering a great opportunity to advance your skills. You will also participate in training and supervising junior members of staff and students.
You will help in the day-to-day running of the department, reviewing and vetting scan requests to determine appropriateness and clinical urgency to prioritise workload. You will participate in research and audit activities within and outside the department.
You will be encouraged to publish work and present at national and international scientific meetings with the aim to advance vascular science and uphold the overall stature/reputation of the vascular laboratory.
Requirements
You should have one of the following qualifications: fully accredited vascular scientist (AVS) with the Society for Vascular Technology GB & Ireland (SVT), STP graduate, or an equivalent body if trained abroad. You must also have a relevant post-graduation qualification such as a PGCert, PGDip, MSc or equivalent.
Person Specification
Education
* Science Degree (BSc level or higher)
* AVS (Full Accreditation with Society of Vascular Technology for Great Britain and Ireland) or HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist (requires 3 years post-graduate study), foreign qualifications of equivalent education/training or graduate of Scientist Training Program
* MSc in Ultrasound related subject
Experience, Knowledge and skills
* Ability to independently perform, interpret and report Carotid/Vertebral arteries, lower limb arteries and lower limb venous (DVT and incompetence)
* Extensive ultrasound scanning experience
* Knowledge of vascular ultrasound and application
* Fluent spoken and written English
* Knowledge of developments in vascular ultrasound and vascular intervention
* Self-motivated and able to work within a team structure
* Flexible working attitude
* Ability to independently perform, interpret and report EVAR, TCD and fistula
* Experience in developing trainees to the level of Clinical 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.
Employer name
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Vascular Laboratory, St James' wing, St George's Hospital
£54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum including inner London HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
200-6681814-ACS-Z-A-B
Job locations
Vascular Laboratory, St James' wing, St George's Hospital
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