Radiographer in Mammography

We are looking for a Radiographer who is a qualified Mammographer with considerable experience to take a Clinical Excellence role within Breast Imaging. If you've seen this role advertised previously its because we are looking for a particular calibre of candidate that has proved elusive to find. Perhaps its you.You will be part of a team who support each other and take pride in delivering excellent care.The role is primarily a clinical one and you will spend your working day undertaking mammography and mammo-based procedures. You will also take responsibility for elements of planning, demonstrate leadership, help to standardise procedures, create efficiencies and promote best practice as a single, integrated unit based on three sites. Building relationships and encouraging co-operation are important parts of this role.Opportunities will arise to train in Advanced Practice, such as Imaging Interpretation and Interventional Procedures, and you will be able to apply for these in a competitive internal process as part of this role.Main duties of the jobAs a Band 7 Radiographer in Mammography, you will provide a high quality and responsive Mammography service to patients as part of a multi-disciplinary team within Breast Imaging. Working to a very high technical standard and responsible for your own work, you will liaise closely with other team members to ensure the appropriate imaging is provided in a timely manner where it is needed.Working primarily in the Symptomatic service, you will also be called upon to provide Screening and Screening Assessment as part of a Service Level Agreement from Barts Health to Central and East London Breast Screening Service (CELBSS). The Post Holder should be familiar with and will take part in Breast Screening Quality Assurance.Undertaking clinical work within established quality standards, adhering to the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations (IRMER) and Ionising Radiation Regulations (IRR). You will ensure that safe practice is carried out in accordance with local protocol.You will acquire, maintain and expand an excellent level of skill and knowledge in all aspects of breast imaging. You will supervise, support and train Student Radiographers, Radiographers (i.e., Trainee Mammographers) and Assistant Practitioners, encouraging them and assisting in their professional development.You will maintain positive professional links with medical and non-medical staff within the unit to promote the highest service standards and collaborative working.About usBarts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm‑free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.Job responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachmentPerson SpecificationQualificationsHold DCR(R) or BSc Hons degree (or equivalent) in Diagnostic Imaging.Current and up-to-date Registration with the HCPCRecognised additional specialist training equivalent to Master's level plus practical experience: Breast Imaging Theory and PracticeEvidence of substantial CPD in clinically related and relevant subjectsCertificate of competence in venous cannulation and administration of contrast agentRecognised Post Graduate qualification to Masters Level in Interventional Procedures of the BreastRecognised Post Graduate qualification to Masters Level in Image Interpretation of the BreastRecognised Post Graduate qualification to Masters Level in Ultrasound of the BreastRecognised Post Graduate qualification in Practice EducationExperienceSignificant post graduate experience in RadiographySubstantial previous experience of Mammography and other techniques to be competent to : o adapt to individual patient anatomy to produce specific standard and nonstandard mammographic views. o enable training of junior staff and studentsExperience of a range of Mammographic proceduresExperience of clinical auditExperience of service improvementPrevious experience of participation in research projectsExperience of setting up Breast Biopsy equipmentExperience of imaging core biopsy and surgical excision specimens, often requiring physical handling of fresh specimens.Previously undertaken Breast Screening Quality AssuranceExperience of supervising staff.Experience of working within a Breast Screening ServiceExperience of TomosynthesisExperience of Contrast MammographyKnowledgeAn excellent level of skill and knowledge in all aspects of breast imaging to include technique and procedures, supplemented by short specialist courses.Working Knowledge of Ionising Radiation RegulationsGood understanding and knowledge of NHSBSP and Quality Assurance ProgrammeEvidence of CPD, including attendance at relevant short course & study days.Experience with clinical audit, research and quality assurance.Awareness of NHS targets and pathways that affect Radiology.Up to date knowledge current and emerging issues in Breast Imaging and Breast Cancer treatmentKnowledge of clinical governanceKnowledge of Service Improvement methodologyKnowledge of how to undertake a risk assessmentExperience/ working knowledge of PACSData analysis and statisticsSkillsEffective communication and interpersonal skillsAble to evaluate complex information, synthesise information from several sources and convey relevant parts.Pro‑active in team‑building and departmental issuesHigh professional standards and ability to produce work of a high technical standard with attention to detailBe able to learn new skills and adapt technique to changes in best practiceLogical with problem‑solving skills, maturity and flexibility.Logical with problem‑solving skills, maturity and flexibility.Able to communicate sensitive information to patients and give support regarding cancer prognosisGood organizational skills with the ability to prioritise.Ability to assess and respond rapidly to client/patient personalityAbility to develop policies, protocols and guidelinesPlan and organise staff rotas, planning of new methods of working to include imaging complex casesIT, literacy and numeracy skillsAbility to supervise junior staff and studentsAbility to train junior staff and students in mammographic and other techniquesAbility to encourage junior staff and students in their workWillingness to take on additional responsibilitiesAbility to make decisionsGood communication and interpersonal skills, able to share ideas, information and feedbackWillingness to speak up in meetingsAble to communicate with colleagues at all levels throughout the organisation.Able to give clear instruction to people who for various reasons may have difficulty understandingSelf‑motivatedDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr