Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated, compassionate individual who is interested in training to become a Mammography Associate. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
The role includes carrying out mammography under the supervision of a state registered Radiographer as part of the NHS breast screening programme and symptomatic breast imaging service.
Due to the nature of the work this post is open to female applicants only. This provision applies under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 section 7 (2) (d).
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our dedicated breast imaging team at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a trainee mammography associate practitioner.
The breast imaging team at Oxford includes four Consultant Radiologists, Consultant Radiographers, Advanced Practitioners, Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners/Mammography Associates and Radiology Assistants.
The breast screening service provides a screening service to the Oxfordshire community with 2 mobile screening vans and 2 static screening sites. In addition, the service supports a symptomatic breast service at the Horton General Hospital at Banbury and the Churchill Hospital in Oxford.
Trainee Mammography Associates will work as an Assistant Practitioner within the breast imaging workforce undertaking routine 2 view mammography (x- ray images of breasts) as part of the NHS breast screening programme and on individuals with symptoms of breast disease.
Enquires should be directed to Evenny Bond (Deputy Superintendent Radiographer) evenny.bond@ouh.nhs.uk
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake a 12 month apprenticeship course of study to gain level 4 qualification (band 3 in training).
- To work within the Scope of Practice for Mammography Associates/Assistant Practitioners in Breast Imaging and undertake screening and symptomatic mammograms in the static and mobile clinics.
- To assist in interventional procedures (core biopsies, vacuum assisted core biopsies and localisations) as required, including preparation of procedure trolley and support of patient undergoing procedure.
- Complete QA testing on a daily, weekly and monthly basis at the static and mobile units.
- To process and prepare images and paperwork for clinical reporting.
- To ensure safe use of imaging and other equipment used in the department.
- To manipulate heavy machinery and be required to manoeuvre clients/patients who are unable to move.
- To be hoist trained and be confident when utilizing this equipment. The post holder will be required to manoeuvre wheelchairs and have a high level of dexterity when working in the various clinics.
- To explain to clients and patients the preparatory requirements regarding undressing/dressing and assisting them when necessary.
- To show compassion, sensitivity and understand the anxiety and fear prior to the clients/patients procedure.
- To exercise discretion and maintain patient confidentiality, dignity and privacy at all times.
- To demonstrate good communication skills when dealing with clients, patients, relatives and members of the Multidisciplinary Team, utilising sensitivity, empathy and the ability to manage conflict.
- To undertake mandatory training as required by the Trust, to develop and increase skills, to improve the service to the public.
- To input client data onto CRIS.
- To be aware of and comply with the relevant Ionising Radiation Protection Regulations and Local Rules.
- To maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times, working together and supporting other members of the team in a polite and helpful manner.
- To contribute to the maintenance of accurate data when entering information onto the departmental computer system.
- Communicate equipment faults.
- Participating in all relevant in-house training.
- Carrying out clerical duties when required including film filing.
- Contributing to the departments Quality Assurance and Audit Programme.
- In addition to the key areas listed, staff are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To undertake a 12 month apprenticeship course of study to gain level 4 qualification (band 3 in training).
- To work within the Scope of Practice for Mammography Associates/Assistant Practitioners in Breast Imaging and undertake screening and symptomatic mammograms in the static and mobile clinics.
- To assist in interventional procedures (core biopsies, vacuum assisted core biopsies and localisations) as required, including preparation of procedure trolley and support of patient undergoing procedure.
- Complete QA testing on a daily, weekly and monthly basis at the static and mobile units.
- To process and prepare images and paperwork for clinical reporting.
- To ensure safe use of imaging and other equipment used in the department.
- To manipulate heavy machinery and be required to manoeuvre clients/patients who are unable to move.
- To be hoist trained and be confident when utilizing this equipment. The post holder will be required to manoeuvre wheelchairs and have a high level of dexterity when working in the various clinics.
- To explain to clients and patients the preparatory requirements regarding undressing/dressing and assisting them when necessary.
- To show compassion, sensitivity and understand the anxiety and fear prior to the clients/patients procedure.
- To exercise discretion and maintain patient confidentiality, dignity and privacy at all times.
- To demonstrate good communication skills when dealing with clients, patients, relatives and members of the Multidisciplinary Team, utilising sensitivity, empathy and the ability to manage conflict.
- To undertake mandatory training as required by the Trust, to develop and increase skills, to improve the service to the public.
- To input client data onto CRIS.
- To be aware of and comply with the relevant Ionising Radiation Protection Regulations and Local Rules.
- To maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times, working together and supporting other members of the team in a polite and helpful manner.
- To contribute to the maintenance of accurate data when entering information onto the departmental computer system.
- Communicate equipment faults.
- Participating in all relevant in-house training.
- Carrying out clerical duties when required including film filing.
- Contributing to the departments Quality Assurance and Audit Programme.
- In addition to the key areas listed, staff are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Good General Secondary School education to include English and Mathematics Qualifications
Desirable
- Assistant Practitioner qualification or experience
- Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2/3 in Care or Diagnostic Imaging Support
- Demonstrate potential to study at Level 4 and commit to completing the Associate program
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrated interest in working with patients
- Ability to know when to seek advice and assistance
Desirable
- Experience working in a health/care environment
- Evidence of continual learning
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Experience of working within a team
- Ability to work independently
- Understand the duties of the role and how the role relates to the overall service
- High patient care standards
Desirable
- Involvement in the training and development of junior staff
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of time management skills and task prioritisation
- Acknowledgement of individual strengths and weaknesses
- Flexible and adaptable working
Other Requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme demonstrated
- Ability to assist with the manual handling of clients and equipment
- IT Skills
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Good General Secondary School education to include English and Mathematics Qualifications
Desirable
- Assistant Practitioner qualification or experience
- Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2/3 in Care or Diagnostic Imaging Support
- Demonstrate potential to study at Level 4 and commit to completing the Associate program
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrated interest in working with patients
- Ability to know when to seek advice and assistance
Desirable
- Experience working in a health/care environment
- Evidence of continual learning
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Experience of working within a team
- Ability to work independently
- Understand the duties of the role and how the role relates to the overall service
- High patient care standards
Desirable
- Involvement in the training and development of junior staff
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of time management skills and task prioritisation
- Acknowledgement of individual strengths and weaknesses
- Flexible and adaptable working
Other Requirements
Essential
- Knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme demonstrated
- Ability to assist with the manual handling of clients and equipment
- IT Skills
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.
