Lead Mammographer Locum (Band 8a) – Southwark

Pulse Staffing Limited; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

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Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is seeking a Band 8a Mammographer Locum to join our radiography team in Southwark. The successful candidate will provide high-quality mammographic imaging, ensure patient safety, and support the department’s service delivery on a locum basis with standard hours of 09:00 to 17:00.

UK-based; requires HCPC registration, at least one year of UK experience as a sonographer (NHS or private), and qualification in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent.
• Experience in abdomen and pelvic scans.
• Proficiency with ultrasound machines and associated software.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• HCPC registration and/or Case Accreditation.
• Minimum 1 year UK experience as a sonographer in NHS and private sectors.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality mammographic imaging while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with radiologists to interpret imaging results.
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to QA programmes.
• Educate patients about the mammography process and provide support during examinations.
• Assist in training and supervising junior staff and students.
• Participate in audits and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Diagnostic Medical Sonography qualification

Tools

Ultrasound machines and software

Job description

Band 8a Mammographer Locum – Southwark
Job Title: Band 8a Mammographer
Banding: 8a
Location: Southwark
Working Hours: 09:00 - 17:00
Rate: £37.00 P/H

The radiography team at Pulse is seeking a dedicated and skilled Band 8a Mammographer with at least one year of UK experience to join our dynamic team in Southwark. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality radiographic services and ensuring the best care for our patients.

Responsibilities:
As a Band 8a Mammographer, you will be responsible for performing high-quality mammographic imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will collaborate with radiologists to interpret imaging results, maintain accurate patient records, and contribute to the quality assurance programme. Additionally, you will educate patients about the mammography process, provide support during examinations, and assist in the training and supervision of junior staff and students. Upholding the highest standards of clinical practice and adhering to relevant protocols and guidelines will be essential in this role, along with participating in audits and continuous professional development.

Requirements:
• Relevant qualification in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent.
• Experience in abdomen and pelvic scans.
• Proficiency in using ultrasound machines and associated software.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have HCPC registration and/or Case Accreditation.
• Minimum of 1 year of UK experience as a sonographer in both NHS and private sectors.

Why work with Pulse?
From the moment you register with us, we focus entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your speciality inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

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