Advanced Mammography Specialist - Interventions & QA

Bolton Nhs Foundation Trust; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a skilled Mammographer to perform high-quality mammography for NHS Breast Screening and symptomatic services. The role involves working with Enhanced and Advanced Practitioners in interventional procedures and contributing to continuous quality improvement.

The successful candidate will participate in service audit, maintain departmental protocols, and support CPD for staff.

Qualifications

• Must hold PG Certificate in Mammography Practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience in interventional mammography procedures is advantageous.
• Active participation in service development initiatives and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Perform all mammography examinations to NHSBSP guidelines with precision and speed.
• Assist in interventional procedures including core biopsies, VABs and localisations.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly quality control tests per QA programme.
• Vetting of mammography requests to ensure adequate clinical information.
• Provide leadership and professional support to junior staff and radiography students.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Biopsy assistance

Education

PG Certificate in Mammography Practice

Job description

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a skilled Mammographer to perform high-quality mammography for NHS Breast Screening and symptomatic services. The role involves working with Enhanced and Advanced Practitioners in interventional procedures and contributing to continuous quality improvement.

The successful candidate will participate in service audit, maintain departmental protocols, and support CPD for staff.