Clinical Vascular Ultrasound Scientist | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in London is seeking a vascular ultrasound professional to join their team. The role involves performing ultrasound investigations, working independently at outreach clinics, and engaging in clinical research and training. Candidates must have an NHS Scientific Training Programme or postgraduate certificate in Vascular Ultrasound. Opportunities for continuous professional development are provided, making this an excellent career advancement opportunity in the field of Vascular Ultrasound.

Benefits

Continuing professional development support

Participation in national meetings

Recruitment and Retention Premia of £5,000

Qualifications

• Hold an NHS Scientific Training Programme or similar qualification.
• Ability to work independently at outreach clinics.
• Experience in managing a varied workload with vascular patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform duplex ultrasound investigations on patients.
• Interpret complex anatomy and provide diagnostic findings.
• Record test information and report results to clinicians.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging skills

Independent working

Clinical interaction

Education

NHS Scientific Training Programme or Post-graduate certificate in Vascular Ultrasound

Job description

The postholder will work as part of a team providing vascular ultrasound imaging services to the Trust. This will require the application of a broad range of skills and experience in ultrasound to ensure the efficient operation of Ultrasonic Angiology and will liaise closely with medical and technical staff to deliver an effective service. Independent working at outreach clinics will form a proportion of this role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in audit and research projects and will support training of more junior members of staff. There are opportunities for participating in clinical research, teaching, training, and demonstrating on undergraduate courses.

The successful candidate should hold either an NHS Scientific Training Programme, Post-graduate certificate in Vascular Ultrasound, or a similar qualification.

This role will attract a Recruitment and Retention Premia of £5,000, which is reviewed on an annual basis.

Our Service is delivered from dedicated scanning rooms at both Guy’s and St Thomas sites, each equipped with duplex and TCD systems and linked across sites by a dedicated PACS system, supported by an excellent administration team. We also support spoke hospitals in the South East Thames Vascular Network. We provide a comprehensive vascular ultrasound service for adults and children. Continuing professional development is supported; staff are encouraged to attend national meetings including the Vascular Society of Great Britain & Ireland, Society for Vascular Technology, and the British Medical Ultrasound Society. There are opportunities for participating in clinical research, teaching, training, and demonstrating on undergraduate courses.

Your role will include a varied workload of vascular patients. One-stop and outreach clinic roles will give you the opportunity to work independently, managing your workload and interacting directly with clinicians. Training will be provided to increase your scanning portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in furthering their career in Vascular Ultrasound. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Guy’s & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust

Guy’s and St Thomas's is one of the largest hospital trusts in the country. The Trust comprises two of London’s oldest and best-known teaching hospitals. The hospitals have a long history, dating back almost 900 years, and have been at the forefront of medical progress and innovation since their founding. Both hospitals have built on these traditions and continue to have a reputation for excellence and innovation.

Organisational Values:

• Caring – we put patients first. We provide patient and person-centred care. We care about others’ needs and wellbeing. We listen. We are compassionate to ourselves and others. We reflect on our actions. We are respectful and welcoming.
• Ambitious – we innovate and strive for excellence. We act with integrity. We act on staff and patient feedback. We seek ways to improve the care and experience of others. We are efficient. We are committed to growth. We find new ways to deliver excellence.
• Inclusive – we respect each other and work collaboratively. We act on diverse views. We put ourselves in ‘others’ shoes’. We are building an anti-racism organisation. We seek opportunities to collaborate. We show sensitivity towards diversity of culture.

Carry out specialised duplex ultrasound investigations on patients in the department and independently in other locations (clinics, ITU, HDU, theatres, and outreach clinics).

1. Make complex diagnostic measurements involving imaging of blood vessels and measurement of blood flow characteristics.
2. Be able to interpret complex anatomy and pathology in order to provide clear diagnostic findings.
3. Make complex interpretive judgements based on interactively acquired ultrasound blood velocity data and imaging. Make further measurements as necessary.
4. Record test information and report results and diagnostic findings to the referring clinicians.

This advert closes on Sunday 27 Jul 2025.