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Clinical Vascular ScientistThe Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust • Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
Clinical Vascular Scientist

Clinical Vascular Scientist

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust • Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
  • Permanent
Job description
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and dedicated Clinical Vascular Scientist to join our team of Advanced Practice Vascular Sonographers working within the wider Radiology Non-Obstetric Ultrasound Team.

The post holder is responsible for independently performing, interpreting and reporting a comprehensive range of highly specialised vascular ultrasound investigations. Use their professional judgment to act upon the result of an investigation to ensure the best possible clinical care and be responsible for reporting the result using the appropriate method. This may include advising Clinicians on an appropriate course of action, including arranging urgent outpatient referral, inpatient admission or surgery. Required on a daily basis to provide reassurance to patients and relatives relating to the investigations being performed, and where appropriate discuss the outcomes in a sensitive and professional manner.

This post involves cross-site working across the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and the Princess Royal Hospital, Telford and may in the future include the Community Diagnostic Centre.

Main duties of the job
  • To be professional and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work, including management of patients in your care.Assist in the day to day running of the department, including reviewing and vetting of scan requests to determine appropriateness and clinical urgency.
  • Following departmental protocols, independently perform, interpret and accurately report vascular ultrasound investigations to enable appropriate and timely clinical decision making.
  • To communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives to ensure the understanding of procedures, gaining consent and where appropriate discuss outcomes in a sensitive and professional manner.
  • To communicate complex patient related information and provide specialist expert advice on vascular pathology and ultrasound to Clinicians, Nurses and other staff.
  • Attend and represent the Vascular Ultrasound Department at internal and external meetings as appropriate.
  • To participate in appropriate personal development programmes and maintain a CPD portfolio
  • To undertake audit of clinical practice in line with departmental protocol and attend quarterly Ultrasound Governance/Audit meetings.
  • To participate in the training of student radiographers, sonographers and trainees from other disciplines.

About us
Our Poppy's Promise Commitment
We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Details
Date posted: 29 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (banding is pending job matching panel decision)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 223-CVS-953-D
Job locations: the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
  • Relevant Science Degree (BSc or higher)
  • Accredited Society of Vascular Technology for GB and Ire (CSVS) Membership or HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
  • CASE accredited (or equivalent) PgCert, PgDip or MSc in Vascular Ultrasound
  • NHS Experience
  • Current Visa to work in the UK

Experience
Essential
  • Experience of working as a Clinical Vascular Scientist
  • Evidence of a commitment to CPD

Desirable
  • Qualification and experience in general ultrasound imaging including abdominal and gynaecology

Skills
Essential
  • Independently perform, interpret and report a range of complex vascular ultrasound examinations.
  • Ability to manage own workload
  • Ability to teach clinical skills to other staff and students
  • Effective communication skills
  • To participate in MDT meetings

Knowledge
Essential
  • In depth knowledge of vascular anatomy and ultrasound techniques
  • In depth knowledge of vascular disease process and management

Personal circumstances
Essential
  • Ability to travel between and work at all hospital sites
  • Eligible to work in the UK

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address: the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://www.sath.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Superintendent Sonographer
Alison Allwood
alison.allwood@nhs.net
01743261000
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