Job Description

The post is a new post joining 3 Consultant Breast Radiologists, 1 Consultant Radiographer and 1 advanced practitioner. The post holder should be competent in mammography reporting, Breast and axillary Ultrasound, image guided biopsy of the breast and axilla. It would also be desirable if the radiologist has experience in additional procedures such as vacuum assisted biopsy/ excision, pre operative localisation techniques and MRI breast reporting. Experience of Contrast enhanced mammography would also be desirable. Participation in the Breast MDT will be essential. The post holder will be expected to undertake symptomatic breast assessment clinics and actively engage in the breast MDT.
Main duties of the job
The breast unit is based in Singleton but the role may require some sessions to be performed in Neath Port Talbot Hospital. There is also the potential for Screening sessions at Breast Test Wales in Swansea.
Participation in the general on call is not expected for this post, but if the candidate wished to participate this can be discussed. This is currently on a 1 in 17 basis. They could also participate in the Duty Radiologist rota covering inpatient scanning in Morriston, and an afternoon duty radiology rota in Singleton, but this is not expected.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex religion or belief race age sexual orientation gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full job responsibilities please see attached Job description and Personal specification
Essential

• GMC registration
• FRCR
• NHS experience
• CCT or CESR at time of commencement
• Breast Mammography reporting competency
• Breast Radiology Interventional skills
• Relevant IT skills

Desirable

• RI breast reporting competency
• Contrast enhanced mammography

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered with the GMC
• FRCR
• On Specialist Register with GMC in Radiology or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist Register
• Licensed to practice

Desirable

• Teaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education

Experience
Essential

• Evidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff (Working Together)
• Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service (Always Improving)
• Values partnership with other agencies (Working Together)
• Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff
• Evidence of initiating, progressing and completing audit

Desirable

• Experience of development of services
• Experience of research in Radiology

Skills
Essential

• Effective leadership, ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate
• Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare
• Understands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people receptive to appropriate change (Working Together)
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly (Caring for each other)
• Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service (Always Improving)
• Clinical Skills - Ability to report Breast imaging and perform ultrasound examinations
• Ability to perform Breast Interventional procedures

Desirable

• Understands information systems and technology
• Ability to undertake on-call
• Ability to perform breast interventional procedures

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Flexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks
• A commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service (Always Improving)
• Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical development
• Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people see people as individuals

Employer details
Employer name
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Morriston Hospital
Swansea
Swansea
SA6 6NL
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