Breast Principal Radiographer - Peterborough

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

Breast Principal Radiographer - Peterborough

Band 8a

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Secondment Opportunity for a Breast Principal Radiographer to join the Breast Unit Team.

The post holder will provide management leadership and clinical support to the Breast Screening and Symptomatic Breast Services, through effective management of its personnel, financial and physical resources.

The post holder will manage and develop the workforce across all sites within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust breast department on a day-to-day basis.

They must ensure the activity of the department reflects the values of the Trust with the aim of improving the quality of the service delivered.

The post is for 30 hours per week. You must have a BSc or DCR (R) in Radiography and a current HCPC registration with UK experience within a Breast Unit.

Main duties of the job

In partnership with the Director of Screening, Associate Divisional Director, Consultant Breast Radiographer and Imaging Services and Professional Lead, to form an effective management team that is committed to providing a high-quality service.

The post holder will ensure effective resource management and the delivery of NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP); this is in addition to the Quality Assurance programme and North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust objectives through service improvements plans and reviews.

To manage and co-ordinate breast imaging services for North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Breast Screening Service and the Symptomatic Breast Service at Hinchingbrooke hospital.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively, call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Diploma of the college of radiographers (DCR) or Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic radiography
• Educated to Masters level or equivalent or willingness to study / proven experience and knowledge of health service management in the field of imaging
• HCPC Registration

Experience

• Experience at Radiographer Team Manager/Principal level
• Experience of change management

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the NHS and NHSBSP current policies and legislation affecting service delivery
• Sound knowledge of patient pathways and referral criteria
• Working knowledge of waiting targets
• Awareness of NHS agenda at national and local level

Applications from job seekers who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications subject to the role being on the list of eligible occupations and the salary meets the going rate for the role.

It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.