Autonomous Mammography Radiographer (Band 6)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Tooting; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London invites applications for a 12-month fixed-term Band 6 Radiographer in the Breast Imaging team to perform mammography and support interventional procedures, ensuring high image quality and patient experience.

You will adapt techniques for complex cases, contribute to QA and service improvement, and work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team. HCPC registration and knowledge of IR(ME)R are required.

Qualifications

• BSc(Hons) Radiography or equivalent.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in line with a personal development plan.
• Current HCPC registration.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of mammography procedures to high standards of image quality, safety and patient experience.
• Adapt techniques to individual patient needs, including complex cases.
• Support interventional procedures where appropriate.
• Support early detection and diagnosis of breast disease.
• Communicate with anxious or distressed patients, ensuring dignity, privacy and informed consent.
• Maintain quality and safety standards, complying with legislation including IR(ME)R.
• Take part in quality assurance, audit and service improvement activities.
• Contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate flexibility and commitment to continuing professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation & time management

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Radiography knowledge

Education

BSc(Hons) Radiography or equivalent

CPD in line with personal development plan

Job description

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London invites applications for a 12-month fixed-term Band 6 Radiographer in the Breast Imaging team to perform mammography and support interventional procedures, ensuring high image quality and patient experience.

You will adapt techniques for complex cases, contribute to QA and service improvement, and work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team. HCPC registration and knowledge of IR(ME)R are required.