Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To perform mammographic screening of asymptomatic women at the mobile and static units including:

·         Ensuring clinic paperwork and supplies are available (transporting these to and from the mobile unit)

·         Explaining the procedure to the women

·         Giving information and advice where appropriate

In the breast cancer diagnosis and assessment clinic, work as an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team.

·         Know local protocols for assessment clinics

·         Taking specialised mammographic views including spot compression, magnification and tomosynthesis.

·         Assisting with stereotactic and ultrasound biopsy procedures.

·         Assisting with stereotactic and ultrasound localisation procedures.

Critical evaluation of all images resulting from the above, including repeating an image or taking further views where necessary.

Use of digital equipment.

Perform mammography on women attending from symptomatic breast clinic including specialised views where necessary.

To image breast specimens.

Work alone in a radiographer led, breast cancer follow-up, and family history clinics.

Supervision of movement of articulated mobile screening unit. Supervision of outside contractors.

Perform mammography on women attending “special needs” clinics who may have a physical disability or learning difficulties, with information of breast awareness.

Responsibility for ceasing screening procedures where consent is withdrawn.

Discuss with carers of special needs women, possible resultant outcomes from breast cancer screening

Performing daily/weekly and monthly QA on the digital mammography and ultrasound equipment in accordance with the local QA procedure.  Informing the Superintendent Radiographer/QA Lead if they are out of parameters and know the protocol to suspend screening.

Daily maintenance and cleaning of equipment, inform the Superintendent Radiographer of any faults.

To input and interpret QA data on the computer.

To be proficient in the use of CRIS and QA computer data packages such as excel spreadsheets.

Know the local protocols for “Right Results” reporting and ensure all paperwork is correctly completed.

Maintain professional standards and participate in CPD.

Attend multi-disciplinary meetings when possible.

Assist in the training of Radiographers and Assistant/Associate Practitioners.    

Work within the protocols of the department’s Quality Management System.           

Know and work within regulations governing:

·         IR(ME)R

·         Radiation Protection

·         COSHH

·         Health and Safety

·         Fire

·         Data protection

Attend departmental meetings where possible and be actively involved in the improvement of the unit, ensuring a professional and forward-thinking approach.

Attend mandatory training required by the Trust.

Recognise and report faults to a senior member of staff as soon as identified as per the department’s protocols.

Involvement in departmental audits and surveys.

Support the administration processes within the unit.