# Vascular Sonographer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/vascular-sonographer/ebbf1fad-7638-42ce-9645-feab13a813c2 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/vascular-sonographer/ebbf1fad-7638-42ce-9645-feab13a813c2.md ## Summary - **Status:** Archived / closed - **Employer:** Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust - **Town:** Carshalton - **Region:** London - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Radiographer - **Grade:** Band 8 - **Salary:** £59,490 - £66,239 pa incl HCAS pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent: Cross site working - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2025-05-25T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2025-05-09T10:00:53.565Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Surrey/Carshalton_Surrey/Epsom_St_Helier_University_Hospitals_NHS_Trust/Radiology/Radiology-v7017634 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7017634?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Clinical Vascular Scientist to work in the busy and well-equipped Vascular Unit at St Helier Hospital. The post is for 37.5 hours per week. Presently, over 2500 scans are performed annually using the GE E10S.  A wide range of investigations are performed, including carotid & vertebral scans, AAA scans, EVAR surveillance, peripheral arterial and venous studies (upper and lower limb) and graft surveillance. Healthcare workers and clerical staff support the unit. It is situated within Radiology and has the support of the Vascular Surgeon and the Department of Radiology. ### Main duties of the job The candidate should be qualified and experienced in performing and reporting on vascular duplex scans. The newly appointed person will be expected to share the clinical duties with another accredited vascular scientist and a sonographer.  We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, well-organised person who interacts well with patients and colleagues. Additionally, you will need to be able to work independently and have full accreditation through the Society of Vascular Technology, a PG Dip in Ultrasound, with vascular experience, or completed the NSHCS Scientist Training Programme as a Vascular Scientist. This post is for a Clinical Vascular Scientist working at an advanced practice that can fulfil the requirements of the 8a post. However, we also offer the opportunity for a Clinical Vascular Scientist to join us, at band 7 level, who wishes to progress towards working at advanced practice ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification. ## Job Details An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic Clinical Vascular Scientist to work in the busy and well-equipped Vascular Unit at St Helier Hospital. The post is for 37.5 hours per week. Presently, over 2500 scans are performed annually using the GE E10S.  A wide range of investigations are performed, including carotid & vertebral scans, AAA scans, EVAR surveillance, peripheral arterial and venous studies (upper and lower limb) and graft surveillance. Healthcare workers and clerical staff support the unit. It is situated within Radiology and has the support of the Vascular Surgeon and the Department of Radiology. ## Job Description The candidate should be qualified and experienced in performing and reporting on vascular duplex scans. The newly appointed person will be expected to share the clinical duties with another accredited vascular scientist and a sonographer.  We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, well-organised person who interacts well with patients and colleagues. Additionally, you will need to be able to work independently and have full accreditation through the Society of Vascular Technology, a PG Dip in Ultrasound, with vascular experience, or completed the NSHCS Scientist Training Programme as a Vascular Scientist. This post is for a Clinical Vascular Scientist working at an advanced practice that can fulfil the requirements of the 8a post. However, we also offer the opportunity for a Clinical Vascular Scientist to join us, at band 7 level, who wishes to progress towards working at advanced practice ## Responsibilities Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Post qualification experience - Evidence of acting as an independent practitioner accountable for own diagnostic reporting. **Desirable** - Evidence of training and supervision of junior staff. - Have NHS experience ### Qualification **Essential** - Postgraduate Diploma Ultrasound or International equivalent in vascular. - Advanced ultrasound practice qualification at master’s level or equivalent. **Desirable** - Advanced Training in obstetrics /gynaecology, MSK and general ultrasound ### Personal attributes **Essential** - Ability to work under pressure and as a team member - Ability to adapt to meet changing needs. Professional, empathetic, reliable and responsible - Ability to work safely, avoiding the hazards that may be encountered in ultrasound e.g. lifting. Dealing with bodily fluids. **Desirable** - Further professional ambition ### Knowledge and Skills **Essential** - In depth knowledge of routine and advanced ultrasound procedures - Able to work effectively to an advanced level within ultrasound. **Desirable** - Evidence of ongoing professional development ## Documents - [dbs policy (pdf, 101.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=677) - [job description (pdf, 504.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=9278650) - [we're here to care (doc, 39.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=678) - [jd supplementary information (pdf, 151.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1953) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.