Clinical Vascular Scientist

Clinical Vascular Scientist – NakedK9 Design, LLC Job Summary An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, experienced accredited Clinical Vascular Scientist to join our small friendly team at the Vascular Studies Unit in Cornwall. Based at the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro, services also extend to other peripheral sites across the county, providing imaging for one‑stop Vascular Clinics, multidisciplinary Diabetic Foot Clinics, Vascular Hot Clinics, Thrombosis Outpatient Service, rapid access TIA clinics, as well as inpatients and outpatients. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will independently perform non‑invasive vascular investigations, contribute to the development of the vascular studies service and play an important role in the management of patients with vascular disease. You will be a valued member of the team expected to carry out and supervise others, performing complex detailed diagnostic ultrasound examinations to the highest standard and independently report the findings on a wide variety of vascular ultrasound investigations. Vascular Scientists are allocated 20% non‑scanning time to perform non‑clinical duties such as attending MDT meetings, teaching/training, CPD activities, QA/audit/departmental meetings, mandatory training and other additional service management duties as required. About The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, serving a population of around 500,000 people. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580m. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa is the base for medical and nursing education for health professions in clinical and non‑clinical roles. The Trust is committed to medical advances, research and innovation and to maximizing the range of specialist care locally. Job Details Date posted: 25 November 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: 7 Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pro rata Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number: 156‑7490839 Job locations: Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, Truro, TR1 3LJ Job Responsibilities Perform non‑invasive vascular investigations independently. Contribute to service development and patient management. Carry out and supervise complex diagnostic ultrasound examinations. Report findings independently on a wide variety of vascular ultrasound investigations. Allocate 20% non‑scanning time to non‑clinical duties (MDT meetings, teaching, CPD, QA, audit, training, management). Person Specification Education – Essential Relevant science degree. Full accreditation as an accredited vascular scientist (AVS), HPC or equivalent. HCPC registration. Education – Desirable Knowledge of the Scientific Training Programme (STP). Practical skills Work unassisted and prioritise workload. Good communication. Experience – Essential Minimum of three years practical experience as a trainee vascular scientist. Able to report results independently for a full range of vascular conditions. Experience – Desirable One year post‑qualification (AVS/STP/equivalent) experience. Appointment and Hiring Checks Identity checks. Professional registration and qualification checks. Employment history and reference checks. Occupational health clearance. Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Right to work in the UK. Flexibility, Sponsorship and Further Information We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working – please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Further information: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation Employer Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust, Royal Cornwall Hospital, Treliske, Truro, TR1 3LJ. Website: https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr