Job summary
Full-Time 37.5 hours per week or Part-time available. Permanent post.
Exciting opportunity for a Qualified Mammographer / Return to Practice Professional / Radiographer to Mammographer Development
If you are considering return to practice, please see attached document for further information on this.
If you are a qualified radiographer, this opportunity allows you to train in mammography by completing two modules at university.
We are a progressive unit and offer good career advancement. Further opportunities to progresswithin the team are possibledepending upon experience.We will provide further professional development as part of our commitment to all our staff.
The Bolton Breast Unit offers a wide range of high quality services for all patients with breast problems and is also the centre for the Bolton, Bury and Rochdale Breast Screening Programme. All care is patient-centred and is delivered within a supportive environment by a team of experts, who are all specialists within their own field.
We are happy to answer any questions you may have and would welcome you to come and meet our staff.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
To provide a high quality, timely and efficient imaging service for NHS Breast Screening Programme at Bolton, Bury and Rochdale including assessment clinics, symptomatic service at Bolton, working at satellite sites and at the base in Royal Bolton Hospital.
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest standards of patient care.
To participate in an effective Quality Control Programme to maintain the highest standards required by the NHS Breast Screening Programme.
To provide supervision and guidance to all junior members of staff.
About us
Come and join our friendly, enthusiastic and supportive team at Bolton Breast Unit.
Situated in an ideal location close to all that Manchester has to offerwith good transport linksto M61 and M60but also close to beautiful countryside.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To communicate with patients, relatives, other healthcare professionals and carers to ensure individuals are well prepared for the examinations they are having.
To gain informed consent from well women and patients undergoing a wide range of examinations and to confirm any after-care and post-procedural details.
To employ effective communication techniques both verbal and non-verbal for patients who have difficulty in understanding imparted
To be aware that the Breast Unit environment is often stressful and disconcerting and to be mindful of the importance of displaying empathy when negotiating and gaining co- operation from Interpersonal skills are required when sensitive and complex information is conveyed to and from the patient.
To communicate with all referrers to ensure imaging requests are justifiable and the clinical information provided facilitates the appropriate imaging techniques being employed in accordance with the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (2017).
To maintain professional standards of specialist technical ability acquired through degree/diploma and post-graduate qualifications in To maintain state registration with the Health Professional Council through Continuing Professional Development.
To undertake the relevant mandatory trust training.
To actively participate and be able to demonstrate Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and maintain interest in a range of learning activities, ensuring retention of capacity to practice safely, effectively and legally within their evolving scope of practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To communicate with patients, relatives, other healthcare professionals and carers to ensure individuals are well prepared for the examinations they are having.
To gain informed consent from well women and patients undergoing a wide range of examinations and to confirm any after-care and post-procedural details.
To employ effective communication techniques both verbal and non-verbal for patients who have difficulty in understanding imparted
To be aware that the Breast Unit environment is often stressful and disconcerting and to be mindful of the importance of displaying empathy when negotiating and gaining co- operation from Interpersonal skills are required when sensitive and complex information is conveyed to and from the patient.
To communicate with all referrers to ensure imaging requests are justifiable and the clinical information provided facilitates the appropriate imaging techniques being employed in accordance with the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (2017).
To maintain professional standards of specialist technical ability acquired through degree/diploma and post-graduate qualifications in To maintain state registration with the Health Professional Council through Continuing Professional Development.
To undertake the relevant mandatory trust training.
To actively participate and be able to demonstrate Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and maintain interest in a range of learning activities, ensuring retention of capacity to practice safely, effectively and legally within their evolving scope of practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography degree/Diploma of the College of Radiographers equivalent
- Postgraduate Certificate of Competence in Mammography
- HCPC Registered
Desirable
- Additional extended practice
Experience
Essential
- Mammography experience since qualification
- Ability to communicate well at all levels both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
Desirable
- Previous experience working as a team worker
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to work under pressure
- Evidence of good organisational skills
- Evidence of ability to prioritise and solve problems
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of interest in breast imaging
Desirable
- Evidence of self motivation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography degree/Diploma of the College of Radiographers equivalent
- Postgraduate Certificate of Competence in Mammography
- HCPC Registered
Desirable
- Additional extended practice
Experience
Essential
- Mammography experience since qualification
- Ability to communicate well at all levels both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
Desirable
- Previous experience working as a team worker
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to work under pressure
- Evidence of good organisational skills
- Evidence of ability to prioritise and solve problems
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of interest in breast imaging
Desirable
- Evidence of self motivation
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).
