Job summary
Here is an exciting opportunity to join on a Fixed Term as a Senior Radiographer/Mammographer in the Broomfield Breast Unit.
This is an ideal opportunity for a Radiographer experienced in mammographer or a to join this dynamic team or for an experienced radiographer.
The role will operate the symptomatic services at the Broomfield Breast Unit, which has just completed the refurbishment of its two Mammography rooms, with a third later this summer.
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today
Main duties of the job
To provide the full mammographic service for the symptomatic service.
To provide information to the clients attending screening.
To recognise when there is a need to call for professional help (breakdowns etc.).
To be the Supervising Radiographer for Assistant Practitioner staff members.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Unit undertakes Symptomatic clinics, and continues to support staff development and training opportunities. Screening services are managed via collaboration with North Essex Screening Program.
Here at Mid and South Essex NHS Trust we strive to provide high quality care for every patient, every time. The attached JD provide a more detail of role and responsibilities.
To attend the departmental staff and audit meetings.
To be able to rapidly assess patient personality type and respond accordingly to elicit relevant clinical history within time allowed, while also explaining the procedure, gaining consent, informing and advising the patient.
To provide information for clients attending the service in both verbal and leaflet form.
To provide information and support to other groups attending the Breast Unit for training i.e. (student midwives, nurses and medical students on rotation).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Unit undertakes Symptomatic clinics, and continues to support staff development and training opportunities. Screening services are managed via collaboration with North Essex Screening Program.
Here at Mid and South Essex NHS Trust we strive to provide high quality care for every patient, every time. The attached JD provide a more detail of role and responsibilities.
To attend the departmental staff and audit meetings.
To be able to rapidly assess patient personality type and respond accordingly to elicit relevant clinical history within time allowed, while also explaining the procedure, gaining consent, informing and advising the patient.
To provide information for clients attending the service in both verbal and leaflet form.
To provide information and support to other groups attending the Breast Unit for training i.e. (student midwives, nurses and medical students on rotation).
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- B.Sc. in Radiography or D.C.R. or equivalent
- 12 months clinical radiography experience
- Current HCPC registration
- Knowledge of current IR(ME)R guidance
Desirable
- Post graduate award in mammographic studies (formerly the Certificate of Competence in Mammography).
- Supervision experiece
Experience
Essential
- Current participation in PACS and QA processes within the department
Desirable
- Previous Experience working in Breast Screening
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of leading a team
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- IT Literate
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- B.Sc. in Radiography or D.C.R. or equivalent
- 12 months clinical radiography experience
- Current HCPC registration
- Knowledge of current IR(ME)R guidance
Desirable
- Post graduate award in mammographic studies (formerly the Certificate of Competence in Mammography).
- Supervision experiece
Experience
Essential
- Current participation in PACS and QA processes within the department
Desirable
- Previous Experience working in Breast Screening
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of leading a team
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- IT Literate
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).
