Band 6 Specialist Radiographer Breast Services

Job summary

The post holder is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team undertaking high quality mammography examinations in both the screening and symptomatic breast referral services for University Hospitals Birmingham NHSFT. Duties will be undertaken at South Birmingham Breast Screening Unit and the associated mobile screening unit according to NHSBSP guidelines and South Birmingham Breast Unit QMS operating procedures. Duties will also be undertaken at Good Hope and Solihull Hospitals. The post holder has responsibility for the assistant practitioners and radiographic helper staff and in addition the post holder will participate in the training for other members of the team in all aspects of digital mammography, standard image guided interventional procedures, and digital imaging.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

• To undertake high quality screening mammography at base unit and mobile screening unit.

and associated specialized radiographic techniques at assessment and symptomatic clinics in the static units and mobile unit.

To perform regular QA tests on the X-ray equipment (mobiles and static) and ensure that results are accurately documented and appropriately actioned To work flexibly by working occasional unsociable hours to accommodate service requirements.

• To check and document identity and demographic details of patients/clients according to departmental practice for screening and symptomatic patients/clients.
• To perform accurate standard and specialized mammography examinations in a sensitive and professional manner, adhering to a six minute time constraint and be able to adapt techniques to individual patients/clients.
• To be aware of the needs of the individual woman and be able to communicate effectively with clients/patients who come from different backgrounds, or who may have challenging behavior, learning or physical disabilities, or who have just been given bad news.
• To adhere to departmental regulations with particular regard to IRME(R) 2019, local rules of practice at UHB.
• To take part in regular PGMI image analysis and clinical audit, participate fully in the activities of the Breast Team, such as Audits, Right Results

About us

We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.

Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:

Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;
Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.

UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.

Job description

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Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

As required for university entry to Radiography Degree course(E)

Professional Qualifications

Radiography Degree or diploma of the College of Radiographers.(E)

State registered radiographer.(E)

Evidence of CPD.(E)

Experience

Essential

Experience in general radiography (E)

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

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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.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.