Radiographer Breast Imaging

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Great Yarmouth is seeking a dedicated Mammographer to deliver high-quality patient-centered mammography services. The ideal candidate will supervise training, participate in quality assurance, and ensure adherence to NHS guidelines. A valid driving licence and experience in mammography are required. This position offers a supportive environment focused on professional development and patient care.

Benefits

Support for CPD and role extension

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence and access to a car.
• Experience with mammography equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients.

Responsibilities

• Undertake high-quality mammography services.
• Supervise training of student mammographers.
• Participate in quality assurance programs.
• Communicate clinically relevant information to patients.

Skills

Patient communication

Mammography techniques

Team collaboration

Quality assurance

Education

Registered Mammographer qualification

Job description

The service delivers both breast screening and symptomatic mammography. The James Paget Breast Unit uses fully digital mammography with two mammography rooms, all being tomosynthesis systems. And a mobile breast screening unit delivering a breast screening service out in the community.
As a Mammographer you will be part of a dedicated team providing a high-quality patient-centred Mammography Service.
We are a friendly, welcoming multi-disciplinary team committed to providing a first class service to all of our patients. The James Paget Breast Unit are committed to personal and professional development with everyone supported in CPD and role extension.
Due to the nature of the role, a valid driving licence and access to a car is required. The mobile Breast Screening unit is relocated around the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area, and not always accessible via public transport., To undertake 4 view mammography for the screening and symptomatic services and to produce mammograms of optimum quality, maintaining a quality experience for the patient while adhering to time constraints
To supervise and participate in the practical training of student mammographers and/or other medical staff, as required, within the trust
To participate in a flexible working pattern in order to meet working demands, in particular to be prepared to participate in evening/weekend lists if required
To be able to check relevant clinical history, whilst also explaining the procedure, gaining consent, informing and advising the patient in a timely manner
To provide relevant clinical information and support to women, especially during assessment and diagnostic sessions
To work to, having full knowledge and understanding of, NHSBSP guidelines and quality standards
To work to, contribute to and adhere to national and local protocols
To communicate in an understanding, sympathetic and professional manner with all clients, patients, members of staff and the general public
To ensure that the Trust's Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that procedures are followed
To adhere to the Trust's Values and behaviours, To undertake 4 view mammography for the screening and symptomatic services and to produce mammograms of optimum quality, maintaining a quality experience for the patient while adhering to time constraints
To supervise and participate in the practical training of student mammographers and/or other medical staff, as required, within the trust
To participate in a flexible working pattern in order to meet working demands, in particular to be prepared to participate in evening/weekend lists if required
To be able to check relevant clinical history, whilst also explaining the procedure, gaining consent, informing and advising the patient in a timely manner
To provide relevant clinical information and support to women, especially during assessment and diagnostic sessions
To work to, having full knowledge and understanding of, NHSBSP guidelines and quality standards
To work to, contribute to and adhere to national and local protocols
To communicate in an understanding, sympathetic and professional manner with all clients, patients, members of staff and the general public
To ensure that the Trust's Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that procedures are followed
To adhere to the Trust's Values and behaviours
Quality and Audit
To produce mammograms of optimum quality, maintaining a quality experience for the patient while adhering to time constraints
To work to national and local protocols and procedures, but to contribute to modification and improvements to protocols and procedures
To work to, having full knowledge and understanding of, NHSBSP guidelines and quality standards
To participate in the QA Programme, undertaking daily, weekly and monthly testing of all equipment, ensuring optimum conditions are in place before commencing clinical work, The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust recognises the requirement to promote health and reduce ill-health. The Trust is committed to the principles of improving working lives through a number of initiatives such as job share, flexible working and the development of a culture of openness and transparency. The Trust is committed to ensuring that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

The James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of around 250,000 people in the Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Waveney areas. The Trust provides an integrated hospital and community children's service.
Patient and staff experience is important to us and these are the behaviours we live by:
+ Putting patients first
+ Aiming to get it right
+ Recognising that everybody counts
+ Doing everything openly and honestly