Mammography Assistant Practitioner
Job overview
The Breast Imaging department is looking for a motivated and compassionate individual to join our friendly team at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in mammography and is a qualified mammography associate practitioner or assistant practitioner in mammography, and hold a full UK driving licence.
This post will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to work in the field of Mammography and be a member of the multidisciplinary team based at University Hospiatlas Coventry and Warwickshire undertaking mammography examintions as part of the NHS Breast Screening Programme.
The role is varied and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary. Duties will be undertaken at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire and a variety of mobile screening locations across Warwickshire, Solihull and Coventry.
A training post will be condsidered and the successful candidate will be provided with specialist mammography training to achieve the Mammography Associate Apprenticeship award through an approved provider.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Main duties of the job- To carry out routine mammography examinations within the breast imaging team as part of the NHS Breast screening programme and support symptomatic clinics.
- To adhere to departmental regulations with regard to IR(ME)R 2017 procedures and local rules of practice.
- To undertake regular quality control tests on the Xray equipment and ensure that the results are accurately recorded.
- To take part in regular image analysis and mammography audit.
- To take part in regular local and national client satisfaction surveys for screening clinics.
- To undertake training to perform mammography on hospital and mobile screening sites working to achieve the required competence in mammgraphy under the supervision of a senior radiographer.
- To undertake the courier role to all mobile units which includes delivering and returning supplies.
Working for our organisation
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care.We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Provision of Mammography- To carry out routine mammography examinations within the breast imaging team as part of the NHS Breast screening programme and support symptomatic clinics.
- To adhere to departmental regulations with regard to IR(ME)R 2017 procedures and local rules of practice.
- To perform regular quality control tests on the X-ray equipment (mobile and static) and ensure that the results are accurately recorded.
- To report to the Senior Radiographer or Quality Assurance Radiographer immediately of any results that are outside agreed parameters.
- To check and document identity and demographic details of clients according to departmental practice.
- To note any reported breast problems and observe and note any significant clinical signs and symptoms and refer to a senior radiographer when necessary.
- To ensure clients receive a comprehensive explanation about the mammogram and expected time for receiving their results.
- To perform accurate standard 2-view mammography examinations in a caring and sensitive manner.
- To be able to position women and adapt technique for mammography with varying body shapes and disabilities.
- To work within the designated Scope of Practice for a Mammography Associate / Assistant Practitioner
- Ability to demonstrate compliance with the departmental work instructions.
- To take part in regular image analysis and mammography audit sessions to maintain a technical repeat rate in line with NHSBSP standards.
- To take part in regular local and national client satisfaction surveys for screening clinics.
- To undertake training to perform mammography on hospital and mobile sites.
- To undertake training to carry out mammography examinations that are adequate for radiological interpretation that conforms to NHSBSP standards.
- Duties when working on a Mobile Unit / Communication
- To greet patients, clients and visitors with respect, and in a manner that promotes their sense of dignity at all times.
- To escalate situations where clients/patients are unhappy with the service that is being provided.
- To respond to questions or concerns from patients clients or visitors, in a clear concise manner that promotes confidence, referring to senior staff when necessary.
- To maintain cleanliness of the screening environment which includes keeping the rooms clean and tidy in accordance with the department’s health, safety and infection control procedures.
- To ensure that the mobile unit is maintained as a suitable environment for staff and clients by checking for and reporting any external damage prior to use.
- To report any faults or any disrepair to senior staff.
- To Undertake cleaning of equipment and interior of mobiles including floors, walls and sink
For further details please see the attached job description.
Person specification
Qualifications
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Experience
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Knowledge
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Skills
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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
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To ensure that we provide world-class patient care, UHCW recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust’s Values and Behaviours which can be accessed on the right side of this page under the job description.The Supporting Information Section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated Behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities within the workplace. All vacancies will be considered for Job Share unless otherwise stated. All applicants who have a disability and who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be interviewed.Where a post has an overwhelming response, this Trust may use random selection in order to reduce numbers to interview, any disabled applicants will automatically be guaranteed an interview and will be exempt from this process.
In submitting an application form, you authorise University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you, including Occupational Health data (inoculations and screening tests).This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third-party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post.
UHCW NHS Trust, by virtue of its Green Plan, is committed to ensuring that the way we provide services minimises the impact on the environment and the future health of the public e.g. zero waste to landfill, reducing our carbon footprint and increasing our recycling and reuse percentages.
If you are successful at interview you will receive a conditional offer of employment and we’ll ask you for information so that we can carry out pre-employment checks. You must successfully complete all pre-employment checks to progress to a final unconditional offer.
We must confirm the identity of our staff and their right to work in the United Kingdom. We will ask you to submit proof of your identity and right to work documents via a secure digital platform approved by the Home Office, named TrustID. Alternatively, you may be asked to attend our office with original documents.
Depending on you level of exposure with patients you may be required to undertake a Standard or Enhanced DBS. The cost of this check will be charged to you and will be deducted from your salary over the first 3 months of employment at the current rate.
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