Job summary
Successful candidate should have two years post post graduate Mammography certificate experience and HCPC registration
Proficiency in operating mammography equipment and related imaging software
Some managerial experience is essential.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients and healthcare team members.
Good IT skills required due to the complexity of the role.
Excellent time management and organisational experience is essential.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality imaging results.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
Willingness to adhere to ethical and professional standards in patient care and confidentiality.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Lead Mammographer and the team, assuming responsibility for ensuring the quality assurance (QA) of the department in alignment with NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) guidelines.
They should posess excellent Mammography skills and should be able to troubleshoot any equipment issues.
Perform mammographic examinations according to established protocols and procedures.
Review mammograms to ensure optimal quality and completeness, identifying any areas requiring additional imaging or repositioning
The post holder will also be the departments Health and Safety Representative.
Coordinating with administrative staff to schedule clinics efficiently, ensuring adherence to waiting time targets.
Will actively participate in the training of Mammography and Assistant Practitioner students.
Stay updated on advancements in mammography technology and best practices through continuing education and training
Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to interpret findings and assist in patient diagnosis.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards related to mammography services.
Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures related to mammography services.
Duties may change according to the needs of the dept .
About us
There's never been a more exciting time to build your career at Frimley Health, one of the country's largest and most respected trusts
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has an outstanding reputation and a proud record of achievement. We have an ongoing commitment to improving the health and care services for the 900,000 people we serve across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire.
We continue to invest in our services and facilities, including a £10 million upgrade to the hospital maternity unit as well as £49m major new Emergency Assessment Centre on our Wexham Park site. The opening of a brand new £100m state of the art hospital which replaced the existing hospital facility at Heatherwood and are planning to invest further in diagnostics and inpatient capacity at Frimley Park.
We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patients. Our new EPR - Epic - went live in June and we are already beginning to reap the benefits of this ambitious investment.
Our threecore values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other.
If you have a passion for clinical excellence, patient care and your own career development, you'll feel at home at Frimley Health.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Lead Mammographer and the team, assuming responsibility for ensuring the quality assurance (QA) of the department in alignment with NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) guidelines.
They should posess excellent Mammography skills and should be able to troubleshoot any equipment issues.
Perform mammographic examinations according to established protocols and procedures.
Review mammograms to ensure optimal quality and completeness, identifying any areas requiring additional imaging or repositioning
The post holder will also be the departments Health and Safety Representative.
Coordinating with administrative staff to schedule clinics efficiently, ensuring adherence to waiting time targets.
Will actively participate in the training of Mammography and Assistant Practitioner students.
Stay updated on advancements in mammography technology and best practices through continuing education and training
Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to interpret findings and assist in patient diagnosis.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards related to mammography services.
Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures related to mammography services.
Duties may change according to the needs of the dept .
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Lead Mammographer and the team, assuming responsibility for ensuring the quality assurance (QA) of the department in alignment with NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) guidelines.
They should posess excellent Mammography skills and should be able to troubleshoot any equipment issues.
Perform mammographic examinations according to established protocols and procedures.
Review mammograms to ensure optimal quality and completeness, identifying any areas requiring additional imaging or repositioning
The post holder will also be the departments Health and Safety Representative.
Coordinating with administrative staff to schedule clinics efficiently, ensuring adherence to waiting time targets.
Will actively participate in the training of Mammography and Assistant Practitioner students.
Stay updated on advancements in mammography technology and best practices through continuing education and training
Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to interpret findings and assist in patient diagnosis.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards related to mammography services.
Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures related to mammography services.
Duties may change according to the needs of the dept .
See Also Job description attached
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in radiography or DCR (or equivalent)
- College of Radiographers Postgraduate Award in Mammography Practice (formally the Certificate of Competence in Mammography)
- HCPC Registration
Knowledge
Essential
- Current breast imaging procedures and techniques including assisting with interventional procedures
- Very good understanding of the QA requirements for mammography
- Very good understanding of equipment function and first-line problem solving
- Good knowledge of Radiology information systems
- Good knowledge of PACS
Desirable
- Good knowledge of NHS Breast Screening Programme, including the QA requirements for the programme
- Good Knowledge of the NHSBSP's QA aims and objectives
Skills
Essential
- Good mammographic skills
- Good clinical skills
- Organised
- Methodical
- Good IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Senior radiographer with at least 2 years' experience since mammography qualification
- Performing regular QA on mammography equipment and taking action on the results
- Contributing to the writing and reviewing of procedures
Desirable
- Previous NHS Breast Screening Programme experience
- Performing staff appraisals
- Training/mentoring staff to obtain Postgraduate Award in Mammography Practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in radiography or DCR (or equivalent)
- College of Radiographers Postgraduate Award in Mammography Practice (formally the Certificate of Competence in Mammography)
- HCPC Registration
Knowledge
Essential
- Current breast imaging procedures and techniques including assisting with interventional procedures
- Very good understanding of the QA requirements for mammography
- Very good understanding of equipment function and first-line problem solving
- Good knowledge of Radiology information systems
- Good knowledge of PACS
Desirable
- Good knowledge of NHS Breast Screening Programme, including the QA requirements for the programme
- Good Knowledge of the NHSBSP's QA aims and objectives
Skills
Essential
- Good mammographic skills
- Good clinical skills
- Organised
- Methodical
- Good IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Senior radiographer with at least 2 years' experience since mammography qualification
- Performing regular QA on mammography equipment and taking action on the results
- Contributing to the writing and reviewing of procedures
Desirable
- Previous NHS Breast Screening Programme experience
- Performing staff appraisals
- Training/mentoring staff to obtain Postgraduate Award in Mammography Practice
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).
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).
