Job summary
The Breast Imaging provides 2 services the West Devon and East Cornwall NHS Breast Screening Service and the Symptomatic breast service to the local population The service is based within the Primrose Breast Care Centre in Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, Devon.
The successful candidate* will be expected to demonstrate and maintain a high standard of imaging and communication skills within this busy unit. A proactive approach to maintaining CPD is expected. The workload will involve screening and symptomatic imaging, assessment and one-stop clinics. Also, able to provide x-ray guidance during interventional biopsy and localisation procedures. The unit embraces skill mix and you would be expected to provide guidance and supervision to the assistant practitioners working in the unit and screening. Some weekend work will be required.
The service embraces the Trust Values - Put patients first, Take ownership, Respect others, Be positive.
* This post is open to female applicants only. A genuine occupational qualification applies to this post under section 6 of the Sex Discrimination Act of 1975 and therefore it is restricted to female applicants only (ref NHS Breast Screening Programme).
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
To provide a clinical mammography service with images of diagnostic quality in a timely and professional manner
To contribute to the overall smooth running of the Breast Imaging Department by taking responsibility for specific, delegated duties and by identifying areas for improvement and development and bringing these to the attention of the Lead Radiographer.
To maintain high standards in Quality Assurance as required by the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme.
To work at University Hospital Plymouth, the static screening site in Plymouth City Centre and ability to get to the mobile breast screening unit located at various sites across the West Devon and East Cornwall screening area that can be remote (Torpoint, Saltash, Callington, Liskeard, Launceston, Bude, Tavistock, Ivybridge and Kingsbridge), and to get to the static site in Plymouth City Centre for a minimum of 50% of contracted hours.
Ability to get to the mobile breast screening unit or static screening site in Plymouth City Centre at short notice to cover staff sickness.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake mammography examinations of diagnostic quality in the breast imaging department at Derriford Hospital, the Guildhall static screening unit and on the mobile mammography screening unit at the various sites across the outlying catchment area
- To undertake digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) examinations on patients/clients as require
- To undertake contrast enhanced spectral mammography as required
- To provide the Consultant Radiologist/Radiographer, Advanced Practitioner or Registrar with x-ray guidance during breast interventional procedures
- To maintain competence in all breast x-ray examinations and interventional procedures, including biopsy and localisation
- To prepare equipment required for interventional procedures and to dispose of equipment safely following the procedure in line with Trust Policy
- To apply dressings to the patient following interventional procedures
- To maintain competence in the use of the core biopsy specimen x-ray machine
- To be mindful of the needs and concerns of the women attending for breast examination, and explain to them all procedures where appropriate
- To ensure all clients attending for breast screening have a positive experience ensuring they will re-attend in the future
- To monitor the condition of X-ray equipment within the breast imaging service, advising the lead radiographer, or her deputy, of any defects in equipment or systems thus providing an early warning for any potential hazard
- To adhere to all aspects of regulations relating to the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, and other PHT policies, and observe local rules relating to radiation safety in order to maintain a safe working environment at all time
- To carry out all technical quality checks and equipment fault finding as required
- To undertake the appropriate QA checks on the equipment taking action if required
- To check the results of daily QA tests if necessary when performed by another member of staff, taking appropriate action if required.
- To keep appropriate records, entering clinical information onto the computer systems as required
- To attend multidisciplinary meetings, when staffing level allow, and departmental staff meetings so ensuring that the post holder maintains an up to date knowledge of clinical and non-clinical matters
- To keep up to date on current practice by the process of continuing professional development
- To keep the Lead Radiographer, Breast Imaging, up to date with any changes or additiona
- To conform to the requirements of the Data Protection Act regarding patient confidentiality and integrity of health records
- To participate in department audit projects, research and development projects, and any issues pertaining to the implementation of the clinical governance programme.
- To support and enhance the continual quality initiative programme ensuring a quality first approach to all aspects of work
- To report results at remedial or suspension level in a timely manner in order for appropriate action to be taken
- To participate in the practical training of the assistant practitioners and radiographers
- To supervise the qualified assistant practitioner on a daily basis
- To supervise the radiographic helpers on a daily basis, ensuring the smooth running of the clinics
- To take supplies to the static site and mobile unit when rostered to work there
- To take client paperwork and portable IT devices to the static site and mobile unit when rostered to work there.
For further details please see attached JD&PS
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake mammography examinations of diagnostic quality in the breast imaging department at Derriford Hospital, the Guildhall static screening unit and on the mobile mammography screening unit at the various sites across the outlying catchment area
- To undertake digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) examinations on patients/clients as require
- To undertake contrast enhanced spectral mammography as required
- To provide the Consultant Radiologist/Radiographer, Advanced Practitioner or Registrar with x-ray guidance during breast interventional procedures
- To maintain competence in all breast x-ray examinations and interventional procedures, including biopsy and localisation
- To prepare equipment required for interventional procedures and to dispose of equipment safely following the procedure in line with Trust Policy
- To apply dressings to the patient following interventional procedures
- To maintain competence in the use of the core biopsy specimen x-ray machine
- To be mindful of the needs and concerns of the women attending for breast examination, and explain to them all procedures where appropriate
- To ensure all clients attending for breast screening have a positive experience ensuring they will re-attend in the future
- To monitor the condition of X-ray equipment within the breast imaging service, advising the lead radiographer, or her deputy, of any defects in equipment or systems thus providing an early warning for any potential hazard
- To adhere to all aspects of regulations relating to the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, and other PHT policies, and observe local rules relating to radiation safety in order to maintain a safe working environment at all time
- To carry out all technical quality checks and equipment fault finding as required
- To undertake the appropriate QA checks on the equipment taking action if required
- To check the results of daily QA tests if necessary when performed by another member of staff, taking appropriate action if required.
- To keep appropriate records, entering clinical information onto the computer systems as required
- To attend multidisciplinary meetings, when staffing level allow, and departmental staff meetings so ensuring that the post holder maintains an up to date knowledge of clinical and non-clinical matters
- To keep up to date on current practice by the process of continuing professional development
- To keep the Lead Radiographer, Breast Imaging, up to date with any changes or additiona
- To conform to the requirements of the Data Protection Act regarding patient confidentiality and integrity of health records
- To participate in department audit projects, research and development projects, and any issues pertaining to the implementation of the clinical governance programme.
- To support and enhance the continual quality initiative programme ensuring a quality first approach to all aspects of work
- To report results at remedial or suspension level in a timely manner in order for appropriate action to be taken
- To participate in the practical training of the assistant practitioners and radiographers
- To supervise the qualified assistant practitioner on a daily basis
- To supervise the radiographic helpers on a daily basis, ensuring the smooth running of the clinics
- To take supplies to the static site and mobile unit when rostered to work there
- To take client paperwork and portable IT devices to the static site and mobile unit when rostered to work there.
For further details please see attached JD&PS
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience as a general radiographer.
- oProven evidence of recent CPD
Qualifications
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience as a radiographer/mammographer
- oBSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
Desirable
- oPrevious demonstrable experience of mammographic examinations
APTITUDE & ABILITIES
Essential
- oGood verbal and written communication skills
- oProven ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience as a general radiographer.
- oProven evidence of recent CPD
Qualifications
Essential
- oDemonstrable experience as a radiographer/mammographer
- oBSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
Desirable
- oPrevious demonstrable experience of mammographic examinations
APTITUDE & ABILITIES
Essential
- oGood verbal and written communication skills
- oProven ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
