Senior Vascular Scientist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£49,387 - £56,515
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Oxford, OX3 9DU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Jul 2026
Closing date:	13 Aug 2026

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Summary

At a highly specialised level, perform accurate and detailed assessments to diagnose and monitor peripheral arterial and venous disease of the lower limbs, upper limbs, abdomen and neck. These mainly involve the use of colour Duplex ultrasound according to departmental protocols but may also include other relevant test modalities Take history and examine patients to ensure appropriate examinations are carried out To produce clear and concise reports in a timely fashion immediately after the investigations have been completed To report directly to the referring Consultant/clinician within an appropriate timeframe and arrange urgent assessment by the vascular team if patients condition warrants To communicate and expertly advise on results of all scans to clinicians and offer evidence based second opinions in cases of conflicting results between hospitals, junior staff or diagnostic modalities Take a lead prioritising incoming referrals and plan appropriate investigations. Discuss any workload planning issues with the Chief Vascular Scientist Provide advice in respect to on-going patient management where required Communicate the scan results and implications to the patient in an appropriate manner. Sensitivity and empathy are required when dealing with emotional topics that may result in major surgery or limb loss Reinforce information given by other healthcare professionals to the patients and relatives about risk factor management and disease processes Represent the JW Vascular Studies Unit at joint clinical review meetings including weekly MDT meetings

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