Job summary
Come and join us! This is a great opportunity to join the Sussex Breast Centre at Worthing Hospital.
You will participate in the West Sussex Breast Screening Programme by providing mammographic imaging and client care of the highest quality at both the base unit, West Sussex Breast Care Centre, Worthing Hospital and at the various mobile sites, in line with the standards and guidelines set out by the NHSBSP. To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest standards of patient / client care for symptomatic patients of WSHT at Worthing and St. Richards Hospitals. Mammographers with less than 2 years post graduate experience will be Band 6 and mammographers with more than 2 years post graduate experience, will be considered for Band 7. A Band 5 trainee position will be considered, with progression to Band 6 post qualification.
Main duties of the job
- Provide an exceptionally high level of expertise in the specialist clinical field of breast imaging in a screening and symptomatic environment.
- Work as part of the mammographic multi-disciplinary team, performing radiographic imaging of the breast and providing a professional service of the highest quality in line with the standards and guidelines set out by the NHSBSP for screening clients and symptomatic patients of WSHT across the mobile and static units.
- Work autonomously and perform the full range of additional specialised mammographic techniques during assessment clinics, including the imaging of breast specimens, tomosynthesis, stereotactic procedures and localisations.
- Provide mentorship, supervision and training to trainee mammographers and assistant practitioners within the service.
- Provide departmental support and lead the team members through knowledge and experience.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide an exceptionally high level of expertise in the specialist clinical field of breast imaging in a screening and symptomatic environment.
- Work as part of the mammographic multi-disciplinary team, performing radiographic imaging of the breast and providing a professional service of the highest quality in line with the standards and guidelines set out by the NHSBSP for screening clients and symptomatic patients of WSHT across the mobile and static units.
- Work autonomously and perform the full range of additional specialised mammographic techniques during assessment clinics, including the imaging of breast specimens, tomosynthesis, stereotactic procedures and localisations.
- Provide mentorship, supervision and training to trainee mammographers and assistant practitioners within the service.
- Provide departmental support and lead the team members through knowledge and experience.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide an exceptionally high level of expertise in the specialist clinical field of breast imaging in a screening and symptomatic environment.
- Work as part of the mammographic multi-disciplinary team, performing radiographic imaging of the breast and providing a professional service of the highest quality in line with the standards and guidelines set out by the NHSBSP for screening clients and symptomatic patients of WSHT across the mobile and static units.
- Work autonomously and perform the full range of additional specialised mammographic techniques during assessment clinics, including the imaging of breast specimens, tomosynthesis, stereotactic procedures and localisations.
- Provide mentorship, supervision and training to trainee mammographers and assistant practitioners within the service.
- Provide departmental support and lead the team members through knowledge and experience.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR / BSc (Hons) in Radiography
- Postgraduate award at masters level in Mammography (theory and practice)
Desirable
- Two years professional experience post-qualification
Registration
Essential
Physical Skills
Essential
- To hold a clean driving licence and own a car.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Understanding of NHSBS Programme.
- Familiarisation and understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR legislation
- To have working knowledge of CRIS and PACS systems
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Good standard of written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- To be able to maintain a high professional standard and maintain good relationships under pressure
- Ability to vary communication style according to audience and clinical situation
- Ability to work as part of a cohesive multi-disciplinary team
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR / BSc (Hons) in Radiography
- Postgraduate award at masters level in Mammography (theory and practice)
Desirable
- Two years professional experience post-qualification
Registration
Essential
Physical Skills
Essential
- To hold a clean driving licence and own a car.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Understanding of NHSBS Programme.
- Familiarisation and understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR legislation
- To have working knowledge of CRIS and PACS systems
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Good standard of written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- To be able to maintain a high professional standard and maintain good relationships under pressure
- Ability to vary communication style according to audience and clinical situation
- Ability to work as part of a cohesive multi-disciplinary team
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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).
