Job summary
The Breast Imaging Team at Northampton General Hospital are looking for a qualified mammography radiographer to join the bank to support the department on an ad-hoc basis.
The applicants must hold a postgraduate qualification in mammography.
The service supports a breast screening population of @60,000 women in Central and West Northamptonshire, and provides a symptomatic service for the county. This is provided by a static unit with 2 mammography units and 2 ultrasound rooms and 2 mobile screening units. Assessment and symptomatic appointments are offered at the Forrest centre, Northampton General Hospital.
We have digital Mammography units with Tomosynthesis and Contrast Enhanced capabilities. We use digital biopsy equipment with tomo biopsy capability and have a Bard EnCor Enspire vacuum biopsy system.
We are an extremely progressive department with a true 4 tier staffing structure.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our specialist team and support us when required.
There is a requirement for the successful applicant to participate in the screening programme and therefore you will need a full driving licence and use of a car when working on the outlying mobile units.
Main duties of the job
To work as a trained mammographer, within the Breast Screening Unit performing mammograms in line with the NHS Breast Screening Programme and providing a diagnostic service, to the breast symptomatic surgical pathway.
The post holder is required to provide holistic, compassionate and empathetic care to the service users, supporting them during either pathway to ensure they receive the best possible care.
The role requires working at the main static unit at NGH, but also out on the two mobile breast screening units that are located around the county. Therefore it is essential that the post holder must have a full UK license and use of a car.
As a trained radiographer mammographer, you will be responsible for supervising Assistant Practitioners.
Required to ensure that we continue to work to the National Quality Assurance Standards.
About us
**Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications**
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform mammographic screening of asymptomatic women at the mobile and static units including:
- Ensuring clinic paperwork and supplies are available (transporting these to and from the mobile unit)
- Explaining the procedure to the women
- Giving information and advice where appropriate
In the breast cancer diagnosis and assessment clinic, work as an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Know local protocols for assessment clinics
Taking specialised mammographic views including spot compression, magnification and tomosynthesis.
Assisting with stereotactic and ultrasound biopsy procedures.
Assisting with stereotactic and ultrasound localisation procedures.Critical evaluation of all images resulting from the above, including repeating an image or taking further views where necessary.
Use of digital equipment.
Perform mammography on women attending from symptomatic breast clinic including specialised views where necessary.
To image breast specimens.
Work alone in radiographer led, breast cancer follow-up, and family history clinics.Supervision of movement of articulated mobile screening unit. Supervision of outside contractors.
Perform mammography on women attending special needs clinics who may have a physical disability or learning difficulties, with information of breast awareness.
Responsibility for ceasing screening procedures where consent is withdrawn.
Discuss with carers of special needs women, possible resultant outcomes from breast cancer screening
Performing daily/weekly and monthly QA on the X-ray sets, ultrasound and digital equipment in accordance with the local QA procedure.
Informing the Superintendent Radiographer/QA Lead if they are out of parameters and know the protocol to suspend screening.
Daily maintenance and cleaning of equipment, inform the Superintendent Radiographer of any faults.
To input and interpret QA data on the computer.
To be proficient in the use of CRIS and QA computer data packages.
Know the local protocols for Right Results reporting and ensure all paperwork is correctly completed
Maintain professional standards and taking part in CPD.
Attend weekly multi-disciplinary meetings when possible.
Assist in the training of radiographers and assistant practitioners.
Work within the protocols of the departments Quality Management System.
Know and work within regulations governing:
- Radiation Protection
- IRMER
- COSHH
- Health and Safety
- Fire
- Data protection
Attend departmental meetings where possible and be actively involved in the improvement of the unit.
Attend mandatory training required by the trust.
Recognise and report faults to a senior member of staff as soon as identified as per the departments protocols.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform mammographic screening of asymptomatic women at the mobile and static units including:
- Ensuring clinic paperwork and supplies are available (transporting these to and from the mobile unit)
- Explaining the procedure to the women
- Giving information and advice where appropriate
In the breast cancer diagnosis and assessment clinic, work as an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Know local protocols for assessment clinics
Taking specialised mammographic views including spot compression, magnification and tomosynthesis.
Assisting with stereotactic and ultrasound biopsy procedures.
Assisting with stereotactic and ultrasound localisation procedures.Critical evaluation of all images resulting from the above, including repeating an image or taking further views where necessary.
Use of digital equipment.
Perform mammography on women attending from symptomatic breast clinic including specialised views where necessary.
To image breast specimens.
Work alone in radiographer led, breast cancer follow-up, and family history clinics.Supervision of movement of articulated mobile screening unit. Supervision of outside contractors.
Perform mammography on women attending special needs clinics who may have a physical disability or learning difficulties, with information of breast awareness.
Responsibility for ceasing screening procedures where consent is withdrawn.
Discuss with carers of special needs women, possible resultant outcomes from breast cancer screening
Performing daily/weekly and monthly QA on the X-ray sets, ultrasound and digital equipment in accordance with the local QA procedure.
Informing the Superintendent Radiographer/QA Lead if they are out of parameters and know the protocol to suspend screening.
Daily maintenance and cleaning of equipment, inform the Superintendent Radiographer of any faults.
To input and interpret QA data on the computer.
To be proficient in the use of CRIS and QA computer data packages.
Know the local protocols for Right Results reporting and ensure all paperwork is correctly completed
Maintain professional standards and taking part in CPD.
Attend weekly multi-disciplinary meetings when possible.
Assist in the training of radiographers and assistant practitioners.
Work within the protocols of the departments Quality Management System.
Know and work within regulations governing:
- Radiation Protection
- IRMER
- COSHH
- Health and Safety
- Fire
- Data protection
Attend departmental meetings where possible and be actively involved in the improvement of the unit.
Attend mandatory training required by the trust.
Recognise and report faults to a senior member of staff as soon as identified as per the departments protocols.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Educated to DCR(R) or BSc in Radiography
- Certificate of Competence in Mammography or Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography Principles and Practice (Band 6)
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- An interest in training to become a mammography specialist radiographer. (Band 5 until training completed, linked to Band 6)
Skills
Essential
- Oral & written communication skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Physical skills to perform mammography
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months UK post qualification experience in general radiography
- Core Knowledge Skills in Mammography, gained working within the NHSBSP screening programme or a symptomatic breast imaging environment (Band 6)
- Good IT skills
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Evidence of an interest in Breast Imaging.
- Knowledge of NBSS Computer System
- Knowledge of imaging department requesting and reporting systems
- Knowledge of imaging department PACS systems
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Educated to DCR(R) or BSc in Radiography
- Certificate of Competence in Mammography or Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography Principles and Practice (Band 6)
- HCPC registration
Desirable
- An interest in training to become a mammography specialist radiographer. (Band 5 until training completed, linked to Band 6)
Skills
Essential
- Oral & written communication skills
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Physical skills to perform mammography
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months UK post qualification experience in general radiography
- Core Knowledge Skills in Mammography, gained working within the NHSBSP screening programme or a symptomatic breast imaging environment (Band 6)
- Good IT skills
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Evidence of an interest in Breast Imaging.
- Knowledge of NBSS Computer System
- Knowledge of imaging department requesting and reporting systems
- Knowledge of imaging department PACS systems
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).
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).
