Trainee Mammography Associate

£26282

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted 6 days ago, 15 Nov | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Full Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our dedicated breast imaging team at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a mammography associate practitioner / assistant practitioner.,

To work within the Scope of Practice for Mammography Associates/Assistant Practitioners in Breast Imaging and undertake screening and symptomatic mammograms in the static and mobile clinics.
To assist in interventional procedures (core biopsies, vacuum assisted core biopsies and localisations) as required, including preparation of procedure trolley and support of patient undergoing procedure.
Complete QA testing on a daily, weekly and monthly basis at the static and mobile units.
To process and prepare images and paperwork for clinical reporting.
To ensure safe use of imaging and other equipment used in the department.
To manipulate heavy machinery and be required to manoeuvre clients/patients who are unable to move.
To be hoist trained and be confident when utilizing this equipment. The post holder will be required to manoeuvre wheelchairs and have a high level of dexterity when working in the various clinics.
To explain to clients and patients the preparatory requirements regarding undressing/dressing and assisting them when necessary.
To show compassion, sensitivity and understand the anxiety and fear prior to the client's/patient's procedure.
To exercise discretion and maintain patient confidentiality, dignity and privacy at all times.
To demonstrate good communication skills when dealing with clients, patients, relatives and members of the Multidisciplinary Team, utilising sensitivity, empathy and the ability to manage conflict.
To undertake mandatory training as required by the Trust, to develop and increase skills, to improve the service to the public.
To input client data onto CRIS.
To be aware of and comply with the relevant Ionising Radiation Protection Regulations and Local Rules.
To maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times, working together and supporting other members of the team in a polite and helpful manner.
To contribute to the maintenance of accurate data when entering information onto the departmental computer system.
Communicate equipment faults.
Participating in all relevant in-house training.
Carrying out clerical duties when required including film filing.
Contributing to the department's Quality Assurance and Audit Programme.
In addition to the key areas listed, staff are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required.

We are looking for a highly motivated, compassionate individual who is a qualified associate practitioner / assistant practitioner in Mammography. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary. The candidate will need experience of working with patients as part of the NHS breast screening programme., Level 2 maths and English (equivalent to GSCE grades A-C)
Experience working in a health/caring environment
Knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme demonstrated
Evidence of continued learning
Experience in NHSBSP screening department
Involvement in the training and development of junior staff

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.