Job summary The post holder will participate in the provision of a Symptomatic Breast Service based at West Berkshire Community Hospital Support the Breast Screening Service Manager in the Symptomatic Breast Service based at West Berkshire Community Hospital. The post holder will provide a high standard of radiographic imaging whilst ensuring that patients receive high quality care by supporting their physical and psychological needs The postholder will be a role model for the profession and will participate in the supervision, training and support of junior staff They will exercise autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries and be responsible for the prioritisation and organisation of own work activities in response to clinical and service needs They will have a complete understanding of the breast screening program and Symptomatic Breast Service be able to provided highly specialist advice on all aspects of the service The post is based in the West Berkshire Community Hospital, which is part of the Radiology Department of the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. The postholder will be required to work within the Radiology Department at West Berkshire Community Hospital Main duties of the job The successful applicant will work within the Radiology Department at WBCH providing a Symptomatic Breast Service working with consultant Radiographers and Radiologists. The successful application must have excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. The ability to work effectively, both autonomously and within the team environment. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Diagnostic Radiographers who hold a suitably recognised post qualification in Mammography and be HCPC registered. About us Our busy Radiology department carries out a wide range of general and specialist examinations, including, Plain film, CT, MRI, Ultrasound & Dexa. We have recently been awarded the title 'University Department of Radiology' for our involvement in research and education in conjunction with the University of Reading. As a progressive teaching department for Radiographers we have established links to universities and actively encourage CPD and role extension, with support available to pursue academic courses and develop your career within a supportive and friendly environment. Our department offers excellent training and development opportunities with funding available for a variety of courses. We currently have staff training in Ultrasound, plain film reporting and PG Cert/Diploma in CT and Health Management as well as attendance on a variety of study days. Applicants must be currently living and working in the UK. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year na Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 193-6699919UCGB7-LDIAGR Job locations WBCH Newbury RG18 3AS Job description Job responsibilities Detailed job description and main responsibilities To provide a high standard of imaging and ensure delivery of safe, compassionate and timely patient care. To communicate effectively with clinical, managerial, administrative and ancillary staff in order to ensure a professional and timely service. To act as a role model for the profession and participating in the supervision, training and support of more junior staff To prioritise and organise the workload in response to clinical need and service demands. The post holder is expected to have a broad knowledge of pathology and physiology relevant to mammography. Job description Job responsibilities Detailed job description and main responsibilities To provide a high standard of imaging and ensure delivery of safe, compassionate and timely patient care. To communicate effectively with clinical, managerial, administrative and ancillary staff in order to ensure a professional and timely service. To act as a role model for the profession and participating in the supervision, training and support of more junior staff To prioritise and organise the workload in response to clinical need and service demands. The post holder is expected to have a broad knowledge of pathology and physiology relevant to mammography. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration Certificate of Mammography Desirable Attended Post graduate courses relevant to Mammography Evidence of significant continued professional development Experience Essential Proven experience in Symptomatic Mammography Proven experience in managing a Symptomatic Breast Service Desirable Previous experience in stereo-tactic biopsies Tomosynthesis experience Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration Certificate of Mammography Desirable Attended Post graduate courses relevant to Mammography Evidence of significant continued professional development Experience Essential Proven experience in Symptomatic Mammography Proven experience in managing a Symptomatic Breast Service Desirable Previous experience in stereo-tactic biopsies Tomosynthesis experience 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 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Address WBCH Newbury RG18 3AS Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)