KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Training and Education: Practical mammography training of Radiographers and Assistant/Associate Practitioners from the UK and overseas. Appraisal of trainee mammographers' clinical work, both on-site and at the students' base. Balance clinical needs of the department with practical mammography training. Contribute to the preparation and delivery of various courses in mammography.
2. Contribute to the theoretical assessment of students attending courses at NIBEC. Teach and mentor Assistant/Associate practitioners and junior radiography staff and advise the Radiology Service Manager on training requirements to ensure that mammography standards are maintained. Actively promote the culture of life-long learning within the department. Supervision of visitors to the department.
3. Mammography Provision: Mammography examinations on symptomatic and asymptomatic patients at both static and mobile sites. Specialised mammography techniques including stereotactic localisation at screening and symptomatic assessment clinics, Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, and Contrast Enhanced Spectral Mammography. To consistently carry out mammography examinations to a standard which meets the NHSBSP Quality Assurance Guidelines for Mammography. Analyse the quality of own and others' mammograms on a day-to-day basis and make appropriate adjustments or actions.
4. Plan and prioritise own workload in order to maintain service and clinic workflow alongside practical mammography training. Use of direct digital mammography equipment. Adhere to Breast Service Clinical Protocols and Guidelines and Local Rules of Practice with particular regard to IR(ME)R. Fully participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary breast team including attending multi-disciplinary team meetings when required.
5. Participate in peer review activities to measure, monitor and maintain high mammography standards. Other duties as required to maintain the mammography service to a high standard of delivery.
6. Supervisory and Support Duties: Supervise and support Radiographic Aides and Assistant/Associate Practitioners in their role, particularly when undertaking mammography examinations and quality assurance activities. Support Assistant/Associate Practitioners and others to maintain service and clinic workflow. Supervise and support newly qualified staff and radiographers undergoing training in the Postgraduate Award in Mammography. Assist and train junior staff in own subject. Provide theoretical and practical training and support to the Assistant/Associate workforce in continuing professional development activities. Provide advice and support to visiting students and other health professionals. Support radiologists and advanced practitioners during clinical and radiographic procedures. Assist in daily department management.
7. Patient/Client Care /Communication: Provide a high standard of patient care and communication. Be aware of individual client and patient needs and demonstrate empathy and sensitivity in sometimes highly emotive situations. Communicate effectively across a wide range of health care professions. Communicate effectively with clients and patients from different backgrounds or who may have challenging behaviours, learning or physical disabilities, or who have just received bad news. Put patients first during practical mammography training, prioritising optimal patient care.
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