An exciting opportunity has arisen for a vascular scientist/technologist to join our team here in Lincolnshire.
The vascular service is based at Pilgrim Hospital in Boston Lincolnshire; however, the role will entail traveling to the peripheral hospital to assist in Consultant-led one-stop clinics.
The Vascular Suite is a purpose-built department with Toshiba GE and Vicorder for ABPI measurements. The Consultant clinics and outpatient clinics are all run from this purpose-built department so that patients do not have to be moved around the hospital for scans.
Main duties of the job
1. Carotid duplex scan
2. Ankle/brachial index
3. Treadmill test with ankle/brachial index
4. Arterial duplex scan upper and lower extremities
5. DVT screening
6. Venous duplex scan upper and lower extremities
7. Vein mapping and pre-op marking of the veins upper and lower extremities
8. Bypass graft surveillance
9. EVAR surveillance
10. Arterio venous fistula surveillance
11. Renal artery duplex scan
12. AAA scan
13. Transcranial duplex scan and TCD monitoring in theatre
About us
What's the hospital like?
Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.
If you want to make a difference and be part of something new and exciting, we would love to hear from you. So, what are you waiting for?!
One Trust, Endless opportunities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree in an appropriate subject or equivalent in level of knowledge
* Experience in performing vascular diagnostic scans
Desirable
* General diploma in medical ultrasound (DMU) or equivalent
* Higher degree or postgraduate diploma in vascular diagnostic scan
Previous experience
Essential
* In-depth experience of working in vascular diagnostic scans
Desirable
* Experience of involvement in service development and business planning
Evidence of knowledge/skills/aptitude
Essential
* Good IT skills (ECDL level 1 or equivalent)
* Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate
* Trust values
Desirable
* ECDL level 2
Specific requirements
Essential
* Ability to receive and impart complex information from and to patients and other NHS staff
* Ability to move/handle patients and equipment
Employer details
Employer name
United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Pilgrim Hospital
Sibsey Road
Boston
PE21 9QS
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