About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a motivated, dynamic breast radiographer to join our friendly breast imaging unit as a Consultant Radiographer in "The Garden of England". You should hold qualifications in Film Reading, Breast Ultrasound and Interventional procedures; and either possess an MSc in Breast Imaging or be near completion.
You will be working alongside another Consultant Radiographer and a team including Consultant Radiologists, Specialist Doctors, and Advanced Practitioners, who all work to deliver an exceptional level of expertise in the specialist clinical field of breast disease and cancer diagnosis in both the screening and symptomatic services of East Kent Hospital University Foundation Trust (EKHUFT). The local Breast Screening Programme is based at Kent and Canterbury Hospital and has a screening population of approximately 120,000 women. The Symptomatic service runs over the Trust's three main hospital sites with One Stop Breast Clinics carried out on each site.
Main duties of the job
We seek an experienced and compassionate colleague, who will:
Provide person-centred and compassionate care, evaluate and research the patient experience across the service and organisation by setting out and implementing organisational standards that reflect person centeredness to guide organisational expectations. Deliver a whole-system, patient-centred approach, rooted in multidisciplinary team working. Meet the care needs of both patients and their supporters sensitively and respectfully. Act as a practitioner, operator and referrer as directed by IR(ME)R 2017, ensuring the radiation safety of individuals within the Breast Imaging Unit. Undertake the administration of local anaesthetic and supply and/or administer medication within defined protocols in accordance with the PGD Have the knowledge, skill and post graduate qualification / certification in all of the Advanced Practices listed: Breast image reading; Breast x-ray guided interventional procedures; Breast ultrasound; Breast clinical examination
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications and training Essential
Degree in Diagnostic Radiography and PgC in Principles and Practice in Mammography. Training to master's level equivalent in specialist area, plus practical experience. Evidence of Post Graduate study to include: oImage Interpretation oInterventional Procedures oUltrasound oClinical Examination & Communication HCPC registration
Desirable
MSc in Breast Imaging PhD/doctoral studies or working towards.
Clinical skills and experience Essential
Excellent clinical skills Good inter-personal and teamworking skills; Excellent communication skills; Developed organisational skills; Effective decision-making skills Leadership skills Experience in training and developing others in specialist field Experience presenting locally/ regionally/nationally Good IT skills and use of a variety of software programs
Desirable
Previous evidence of contributions to service development
Governance Essential
Adheres to all local and national policies & processes and is able to identify and manage risk to patients, visitors and colleagues Ability to apply evidenced based research and data driven evidence into practice Ability to identify and manage risk to patients, visitors and colleagues
Desirable
Leads in quality improvement projects
Personal/professional attributes Essential
Uphold the Trust Values, acting as a role model to the wider workforce Ability to apply emotional intelligence and resilience Act as a role model to the wider workforce
Desirable
Evidence of contributing to service development, delivery and successful change management All Trust and National Health and Safety, and Radiation Protection Policies Knowledge of wider healthcare issues
Other requirements Essential
Flexibility in working patterns to meet the needs of the service, including travel between sites Self-motivated, positive, adaptable and flexible approach Commitment to equity and diversity
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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 East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Ethelbert Road
Canterbury
CT1 3EG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)