About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and experienced mammographer to join the Breast diagnostics Team at Barts Health, Assisting Radiologists and Radiographers within Breast Imaging.
This is a clinical role requiring knowledge of assistant diagnostics practices within NHS service.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
Perform high-quality mammographic examinations for patients referred with breast symptoms such as a lump, pain, nipple or skin changes, distortion or discharge.
Take appropriate mammographic views and additional views as requested, ensuring accurate positioning and optimal image quality.
Obtain and document relevant clinical history and ensure significant signs or symptoms are appropriately recorded and communicated.
Support patients attending one-stop and assessment clinics, providing reassurance and clear explanations throughout the examination.
Work closely with radiologists, radiographers, surgeons, breast clinicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Depending on level of training and scope of practice, assist with or undertake advanced breast imaging procedures, including image-guided interventions and biopsy procedures.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
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 description Job responsibilities
The 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 attachment
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Hold DCR(R) or BSc Hons degree (or equivalent) in Diagnostic Imaging. Current and up-to-date Registration with the HCPC Recognised additional specialist training equivalent to Master's level plus practical experience: Breast Imaging Theory and Practice Evidence of substantial CPD in clinically related and relevant subjects
Desirable
Certificate of competence in venous cannulation and administration of contrast agent Recognised Post Graduate qualification to Masters Level in Interventional Procedures of the Breast Recognised Post Graduate qualification to Masters Level in Image Interpretation of the Breast Recognised Post Graduate qualification to Masters Level in Ultrasound of the Breast Recognised Post Graduate qualification in Practice Education
Experience Essential
Significant post graduate experience in Radiography Substantial previous experience of Mammography and other techniques to be competent to : o adapt to individual patient anatomy to produce specific standard and non standard mammographic views. o enable training of junior staff and students Experience of a range of Mammographic procedures Experience of clinical audit Experience of service improvement Experience of setting up Breast Biopsy equipment Experience of imaging core biopsy and surgical excision specimens, often requiring physical handling of fresh specimens. Previously undertaken Breast Screening Quality Assurance Experience of supervising staff. Previous experience of participation in research projects
Knowledge Essential
An 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 Regulations Good understanding and knowledge of NHSBSP and Quality Assurance Programme. Evidence 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 treatment Knowledge of clinical governance Knowledge of Service Improvement methodology Knowledge of how to undertake a risk assessment Experience/ working knowledge of PACS
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.
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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 Barts Health NHS Trust
Address Cross site
London
EC1A 7BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)