Clinical Vascular Scientist | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in the East Midlands is seeking a Clinical Vascular Scientist to join its Vascular Studies Unit. Responsibilities include performing and reporting on a range of highly specialist vascular science investigations, contributing to a multidisciplinary team, and engaging in teaching and research activities. Ideal candidates should possess AVS accreditation and HCPC registration. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with duplex ultrasound scans and the ability to independently report them.
• Proficiency in non-imaging investigations and pressure measurements.
• Strong communication skills to discuss complex diagnostic information.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report duplex ultrasound scans.
• Conduct non-imaging physiological pressure measurements.
• Liaise with vascular surgeons and healthcare professionals.
• Participate in research and audits.

Skills

Ultrasound scanning

Diagnostic reporting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

AVS accreditation

HCPC registration

Tools

GE Logiq colour duplex scanners

Transcranial Doppler monitors

Job description

A great opportunity has arisen to join our well-established Vascular Studies Unit (VSU). We provide a comprehensive, highly specialised diagnostic vascular ultrasound service for vascular surgery and other specialties within the UHL. The vascular surgery department is a major tertiary referral centre.

The key roles of the Clinical Vascular Scientist include performing, interpreting, and reporting on a full range of highly specialist diagnostic vascular science investigations.

You will work with our experienced, friendly, and dynamic multidisciplinary team consisting of 11 Clinical Vascular Scientists, 1 Trainee Clinical Vascular Scientist, 2 Vascular Practitioners, and administrative support. You will collaborate with 12 Vascular Consultant Surgeons, Vascular Interventional Radiologists, and 5 Specialist Vascular Nurses.

The VSU is an IQIPS accredited service with excellent facilities, including five top-range GE Logiq colour duplex scanners, portable ultrasound, transcranial Doppler monitors, and non-imaging Doppler equipment. Our main department features two purpose-built ultrasound suites, a test room, and a reception and waiting area. Additional dedicated scan rooms are located in the vascular ward, outpatient clinic, and TIA clinic, all equipped with air conditioning, dimmable lighting, and CRIS/PACS reporting stations.

Your responsibilities include providing a full range of Vascular science investigations. We support 20% non-scan time for activities such as teaching, training, department & MDT meetings, service audit and QA, CPD & mandatory training, research, and other service duties. You will be expected to hold or attain AVS accreditation and HCPC registration.

• Perform and independently report duplex ultrasound scans, including carotid, upper and lower limb arterial & venous scans, abdominal duplex scans (including EVAR), bypass graft surveillance, temporal artery scans, and intracranial cerebral blood flow (TCD) measurements.
• Conduct non-imaging investigations like physiological pressure measurements, including ABPI & TBPI.
• Liaise with and communicate complex diagnostic information to vascular surgeons and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in research and audit.
• Support teaching & training activities.

See the main Job Description and Person Specification for more details.

Our new strategy, developed with staff, patient, and partner feedback, guides us through 2023-2030 with four primary goals: high-quality care, a great place to work, impactful partnerships, and research & education excellence. We are committed to embedding health equality in all we do, actively working to reduce healthcare disparities in partnership with communities.

Our values include compassion, pride, inclusiveness, and teamwork, which we strive to make part of our daily practice.

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future, building on our strengths and focusing on areas for growth to better serve our community.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

We welcome visits to see our team and department by prior arrangement. For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Mrs. Jo Walker, Chief Clinical Vascular Scientist, at 0116 258 5440 or [e-mail].

This advert closes on Tuesday, 12 August 2025.