Detailed job description and main responsibilities To provide a high quality mammographic service to the women of Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire adhering to NHSBSP guidelines. To be able and willing to work at any of the mobile screening sites. To perform quality control tests on breast imaging equipment, recording results and reporting all variations to senior staff. Liaise effectively within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the smooth daily running of the service. Ensure that women attending for breast screening are interviewed in the appropriate manner and are supported and guided through the mammographic process. To assist in the symptomatic clinic with general patient care, sterile trolleys setting and assisting during interventional procedures. To provide a high standard of care for clients at all times and give appropriate support and assistance as required, this may involve dealing with women who are anxious and distressed. To demonstrate effective communicate with clients, having the knowledge to give information and answer questions when appropriate. To assist in the general preparation and cleaning of all work areas and maintenance of stock. Ensure that telephone enquiries are taken politely, efficiently and referred to the appropriate staff as necessary. To work in all areas on a rotational basis as required by the needs of the service. To work in accordance with the Ionising Radiation (medical exposure) Regulations 2000, Trust and NHSBSP policies and guidelines. To work to the requirements of the Associate Practitioners Scope of Practice. To enter client data on the National Breast Screening Programme computer system and keep accurate and legible records. To maintain confidentiality of information relating to the Trust, individuals and clients. To take responsibility for their own personal development and remain up to date with changing practices and all mandatory training. To maintain a high standard of appearance and hygiene as expected within the service and to comply with uniform policy. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Hold GCSE's or equivalent in Maths and English at grade 4 or above or A* to C. (Proof of qualifications will be required if shortlisted) Desirable criteria Level 3 qualification in Healthcare Qualification for Associate practitioner in mammography Experience Essential criteria Previous experience of working in a team Customer care skills Desirable criteria Experience of working in a healthcare environment Knowledge Essential criteria Confidentiality awareness Knowledge of the NHS Breast screening programme Desirable criteria Experience of working in a healthcare environment It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Employer certification / accreditation badges