Clinical Vascular Scientist
Closing date: 21 October 2025
The University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a motivated and collaborative Clinical Vascular Scientist (CVS) to join our Vascular Assessment Unit (VAU). The team consists of eight qualified vascular scientists, two trainee vascular scientists and a wonderful administration team.
The role assumes a high degree of autonomy and independence to undertake and report on a full range of specialist vascular science diagnostics in a range of settings: VAU, one‑stop clinics, the ward, theatre/recovery. The team also regularly provides on‑table assistance during foam sclerotherapy sessions, for which training is available if you are not already confident.
The team enjoys a close and friendly working relationship with the wider surgical, medical and nursing teams and CPD is actively supported with protected non‑clinical time, opportunities to attend study days and conferences and opportunities to take part in the CSVS. For example the Lead CVS is the current Chair for Education and another team member is the Study Day Organiser for the CSVS.
The post involves cross‑site working covering our hub site based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton (where you can be on the beach within a 5‑10 min walk of leaving work!), as well as hospitals in Worthing, Shoreham, Haywards Heath and Eastbourne. Travelling expenses are provided for all travel, excluding to and from your assigned ‘home’ site.
Main duties of the job
The role assumes a high degree of autonomy and independence to undertake and report on a full range of specialist vascular science diagnostics in a range of settings alongside various other duties as detailed in the full job description and person specification.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work‑life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job responsibilities
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role‑specific criteria.
* Independently (unsupervised) perform, interpret and accurately report specialist diagnostic vascular ultrasound investigations in a range of environments (this may require concentration during busy environments with many distractions) to enable appropriate and timely clinical decision‑making.
* Ensure reports are saved onto the appropriate information storage systems, such as PACS, adhering to appropriate information governance.
* Recognise when the test is sub‑optimal, using alternative methods to obtain accurate results, and modify examinations depending on findings using skills and knowledge obtained through experience.
* Seek a second opinion from colleagues when necessary and provide a second opinion for other members of the team.
* Report urgently or routinely to the referring clinician depending on the findings.
* Analyse requests from clinicians, select appropriate tests and prioritise them according to clinical need and resources available.
* Assist in management of VAU on a daily basis by prioritising and allocating the sites daily workload (including trainee requirements) according to daily pressures.
* Raise and report concerns and limitations which may affect patient management.
* Ensure that clinical work areas and diagnostic equipment are kept in a safe, clean and tidy condition.
* Communicate reasons for tests and results of tests, including their clinical significance, to patients as necessary in an empathetic and compassionate manner.
* Ensure patient confidentiality and dignity at all times, providing an appropriate environment to perform the diagnostic tests and discuss the results.
* Be responsible for all patients safety and well‑being during tests and while in attendance in the department, respectfully assisting and supporting patients needs.
* Provide specialist expert advice on vascular pathology, ultrasound and diagnostic methods to patients, nurses, clinicians etc.
* Attend MDT meetings to explain and discuss findings with surgeons, physicians, radiologists and nurses.
Person Specification
* Current holder of The College and Society for Clinical Vascular Science (CSVS) Accredited Vascular Scientist status.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Excellent computer and administration skills.
* Willingness to teach and train others.
* Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect, appropriate to their individual needs.
* Ability to establish good working relationships with patients, carers, administrators, healthcare professionals, managers etc.
* HCPC registration as Clinical Scientist (Vascular).
Equality Diversity Inclusion
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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.
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