Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Vascular Studies Unit at The Royal United Hospitals Bath.

The Vascular Studies Unit performs non-invasive investigations on patients' arteries and veins to assess their circulation. This helps the medical teams responsible for patient care diagnose their condition and plan any necessary treatment or onward specialist referrals.

There is no expectation that you will have experience within the vascular speciality, we are looking for an individual who has the willingness to learn new skills in a busy environment. Comprehensive training will be provided within the department.

You will be part of a core team with a diverse role which will include the delivery of Peripheral Arterial Disease vascular assessments, personal care to patients, and supporting the Vascular Consultant, Clinical Nurse Specialist and Scientist clinics.

You will work under the guidance of healthcare professionals such as Clinical Vascular Scientists.  Previous health care experience is highly advantageous. Manual dexterity and ability to work in a fast-paced environment is essential.

If you have a caring and compassionate nature, and good communication, organisational skills and ability to work as part of a team, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the multidisciplinary team.

Assist patients to undress and dress as required and provide personal care

Assist patients to access and use toilet facilities as required.

To promote and maintain patient privacy and dignity

To participate in clerical duties as required e.g. assist with reception duties including answering the telephone,scheduling inpatient and outpatient vascular appointments and processing generic email inboxes.

To ensure patient confidentiality at all times, both with written and verbal information.

Assist in the maintenance of department stock levels

Assist nurses and medical staff with sterile procedures and the removal/application of standard and compression dressings as required

Carry out ABPI and TBPI assessments for the assessment of peripheral arterial disease

Assist the Vascular Consultant with the delivery of varicose vein treatment lists including preparing the room and equipment, and addressing individual patient needs  during the procedure.

Working for our organisation

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be  in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. 

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.