Job summary
- Support the Clinical lead mammographer in the provision of an efficient, cost effective, diagnostic Breast imaging service, through effective management of staff, facilities, and innovative use of available resources.- Assist the Manager and fellow Mammographers to ensure optimisation of staffing and service provision.- Deputise for the Breast lead in their absence undertaking specific management responsibilities as delegated to the role by the Breast lead Manager or General X-ray Manager. - Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and will take a key leadership role within the department.- Demonstrate excellent clinical competence with in-depth knowledge and experience of a wide range of mammography examinations,
- Provide training and supervision of junior colleagues and provide advice and guidance utilising advanced knowledge and skills in this specialist area.
Main duties of the job
To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing an efficient and effective service to ourpatients/clients within the symptomatic breast unit.Must possess good interpersonal skills as the post-holder will have daily contact with patients and public &working relationships with a wide variety of staff, including all Breast Service personnel, medical staff, nurses,healthcare professionals, managers & support staff.Provide sound professional leadership to all staff within the area, working in close collaboration and cooperationwith other health care professionals.To undertake administrative duties as required.To perform assessment mammography and interventional radiography, assist where necessary with allinterventional procedures both in mammography and Ultrasound imaging, handling specimens whennecessary.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty-five-minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides servicesto the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre, and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematologypatients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition toits bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number ofscenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, aswell as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Furthera field, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail toEdinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Post holder is responsible for the assisting with the management of the Symptomatic Breast Service.Managerially and professionally reporting to the Clinical lead Mammographer, General Radiology Manager and the RadiologyProfessional lead, the post holder is responsible for supporting the development of a quality Mammography service that isefficient, responsive, and meet the requirements of the organisation and the wider community.To engage with trust wide Radiologists and Radiographers, driving improvement and efficient workingpractices using evidence-based protocols and procedures. The post holder is also responsible for ensuringthat the available capacity of the Mammography service is sufficient to meet the needs of the trust and ourstakeholders.It is required that they will assist in the Continuing Professional Development programme for the RadiologyDirectorate.They will participate in the managing of the Mammography staff in relation to rostering,annual leave, finance expenditure, appraisals, performance, training, and attendance management.The post holder will support the Image and Service Quality, establishing protocols and methods ofmeasuring and maintaining service quality.The post-holder will be a member of the Multidisciplinary Team and will contribute to team decisions.They will develop improvements / service change, to implement and deliver a high-quality breast imagingservice.The post-holder will possess the BSc in Radiography or equivalent with a minimum of two years post qualificationclinical experience, be HCPC state-registered and hold the Certificate of Competence orPostgraduate Award in Mammography.They will possess or be willing to undertake a Postgraduate Award in Mammography Advanced Practice(Must beavailable to commence training September 2024)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Post holder is responsible for the assisting with the management of the Symptomatic Breast Service.Managerially and professionally reporting to the Clinical lead Mammographer, General Radiology Manager and the RadiologyProfessional lead, the post holder is responsible for supporting the development of a quality Mammography service that isefficient, responsive, and meet the requirements of the organisation and the wider community.To engage with trust wide Radiologists and Radiographers, driving improvement and efficient workingpractices using evidence-based protocols and procedures. The post holder is also responsible for ensuringthat the available capacity of the Mammography service is sufficient to meet the needs of the trust and ourstakeholders.It is required that they will assist in the Continuing Professional Development programme for the RadiologyDirectorate.They will participate in the managing of the Mammography staff in relation to rostering,annual leave, finance expenditure, appraisals, performance, training, and attendance management.The post holder will support the Image and Service Quality, establishing protocols and methods ofmeasuring and maintaining service quality.The post-holder will be a member of the Multidisciplinary Team and will contribute to team decisions.They will develop improvements / service change, to implement and deliver a high-quality breast imagingservice.The post-holder will possess the BSc in Radiography or equivalent with a minimum of two years post qualificationclinical experience, be HCPC state-registered and hold the Certificate of Competence orPostgraduate Award in Mammography.They will possess or be willing to undertake a Postgraduate Award in Mammography Advanced Practice(Must beavailable to commence training September 2024)
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Experience in working within symptomatic breast unit
Desirable
- Has had previous experience working within a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience or Knowledge of the fundamentals function of the NHSBSP
Desirable
- PgC Advanced Clinical Practice Mammography related subject
- Has had previous experience working as part of Multidisciplinary Team
- Experience with undertaking clinical audits
Qualifications
Essential
- BSC Hon Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registered
- Qualification with recognised governing body
Desirable
- PgC Advanced Clinical Practice Mammography related subject
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Experience in working within symptomatic breast unit
Desirable
- Has had previous experience working within a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience or Knowledge of the fundamentals function of the NHSBSP
Desirable
- PgC Advanced Clinical Practice Mammography related subject
- Has had previous experience working as part of Multidisciplinary Team
- Experience with undertaking clinical audits
Qualifications
Essential
- BSC Hon Diagnostic Radiography
- HCPC registered
- Qualification with recognised governing body
Desirable
- PgC Advanced Clinical Practice Mammography related subject
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Blackpool Teaching Hospital NHS foundation Trust
Winney Heys Road
Blackpool
FY3 8NR
Employer's website
https://www.bfwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
