Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for a qualified Clinical Vascular Scientist to join a small but friendly established team. We are looking to recruit a qualified vascular scientist who has completed a CASE accredited training course or STP.



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.



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.



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.



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 days and lectures and to provide formal feedback to colleagues when appropriate



Participate in departmental audits and research projects e.g. Post. and undergraduate research studies.



Production and update of patient information sheets when required.



Work Circumstances & on-call



Full time post with cross site working



Flexible working pattern may be required