Radiographer
2 months ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Radiographer to join our Breast Imaging team at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality mammography services to our patients.
Key Responsibilities- 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 various sites across the outlying catchment area.
- Undertake digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) examinations on patients as required.
- Undertake contrast-enhanced spectral mammography as required.
- Provide x-ray guidance during breast interventional procedures.
- Maintain competence in all breast x-ray examinations and interventional procedures, including biopsy and localization.
- Prepare equipment required for interventional procedures and dispose of equipment safely following the procedure in line with Trust Policy.
- Apply dressings to patients following interventional procedures.
- Maintain competence in the use of the core biopsy specimen x-ray machine.
- Be mindful of the needs and concerns of women attending for breast examination and explain procedures where appropriate.
- Ensure all clients attending for breast screening have a positive experience, ensuring they will re-attend in the future.
- Monitor the condition of X-ray equipment within the breast imaging service and advise the lead radiographer of any defects in equipment or systems.
- 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.
- Carry out technical quality checks and equipment fault finding as required.
- Undertake the appropriate QA checks on equipment and take action if required.
- Check the results of daily QA tests, taking action if necessary.
- Keep appropriate records, entering clinical information onto computer systems as required.
- Attend multidisciplinary meetings and departmental staff meetings to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of clinical and non-clinical matters.
- Participate in department audit projects, research, and development projects, and any issues pertaining to the implementation of the clinical governance programme.
- Support and enhance the continual quality initiative programme, ensuring a quality-first approach to all aspects of work.
- Report results at remedial or suspension level in a timely manner, allowing for appropriate action to be taken.
- Participate in the practical training of assistant practitioners and radiographers.
- Supervise qualified assistant practitioners and radiographic helpers on a daily basis, ensuring the smooth running of clinics.
- Take supplies to the static site and mobile unit when rostered to work there.
- Take client paperwork and portable IT devices to the static site and mobile unit when rostered to work there.
Qualifications
- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent.
- Certificate of Competence in mammography or equivalent.
- State registered with the Health Care Professions Council.
- Full driving license or ability to obtain one.
Aptitude and Ability
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative.
- Proven interpersonal skills, especially verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge and Experience
- Demonstrable experience as a general radiographer.
- Demonstrable experience as a mammographer.
- Proven evidence of recent CPD.
Desirable
- Previous demonstrable experience of mammographic examinations.
- Computer literate.
- Counselling skills.
Other Factors
- Car owner or access to a car for own use.
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