Vascular Scientist

Job Title: Locum Vascular ScientistBanding: 7Location: SalisburyStart: 17/09/2025Duration: 3 monthsRate: £50 – £60Working hours: Full time

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Locum Vascular Scientist to join our team in Salisbury. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing specialized vascular diagnostic services. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a range of vascular assessments and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.

What will your responsibilities be:

As a Locum Vascular Scientist, you will be tasked with conducting a variety of vascular assessments, including duplex ultrasound scans of the carotid arteries, peripheral arteries, and veins. You will engage closely with patients to explain procedures, ensure their comfort, and meticulously record test results. You will collaborate with vascular surgeons and other healthcare professionals to interpret test results and contribute to patient care plans. You will also be expected to maintain and calibrate equipment, adhere to clinical protocols, and stay updated with the latest advancements in vascular diagnostics. You will participate in quality assurance activities, assist in the training and supervision of junior staff, and contribute to the development of departmental policies and procedures. You will be involved in patient education, providing information on vascular health and lifestyle modifications. You will also manage inventory and supplies for the vascular lab, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and participate in research and development projects to enhance vascular diagnostic techniques and patient outcomes.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Degree in Vascular Science or related field
• HCPC registration
• Extensive experience in vascular diagnostics
• Proficiency in duplex ultrasound scans of the carotid arteries, peripheral arteries, and veins
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy in recording test results
• Familiarity with the latest vascular diagnostic equipment and techniques
• Experience in quality assurance and clinical audit processes
• Ability to train and supervise junior staff
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a clinical setting
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with advancements in the field

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

Salary Band: 50.0 - 60.0 GBP