Mammographer

NHS Professionals; Bolton le Sands; Presencial; GBP 28.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NHS Professionals is seeking dedicated Band 6/7 Clinical Imaging Specialist - Breast Imaging to join our team. This vital role involves performing high-quality mammography imaging to support early detection and diagnosis of breast health issues.

Based in the UK, you will contribute to our mission of providing excellent healthcare services and supporting patient well-being. Join a flexible NHS staffing community, working closely with radiology teams to deliver timely breast imaging services, with

Formación

• BSc (Hons) Radiography or DCR required.
• HPC Registered.
• Post Graduate certificate in Mammography.
• Proven experience in performing mammography imaging.
• Strong understanding of breast anatomy and pathology.
• Mammography experience in the Breast Screening Service or a Symptomatic Breast Service.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient care and safety.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying shift patterns.

Responsabilidades

• Work alongside Lead Consultant Radiologists for Breast Imaging as an expert practitioner in symptomatic and assessment clinics.
• Utilise highly developed knowledge and expert decision making in Breast Imaging.
• Perform interventions under ultrasound and mammographic control, including biopsies and localisation procedures.
• Work as an autonomous practitioner, covering booked patient lists and leading fast track clinics when needed.
• Provide a high quality NHS Breast Screening Programme and specialized assessment service.
• Ability to perform mammograms, ultrasound and stereotactic biopsy and/or film reading.

Conocimientos

Mammography

Ultrasound

Stereotactic biopsy

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient care

Flexibility

Educación

BSc (Hons) Radiography

HPC Registered

Post Graduate certificate in Mammography

Herramientas

Mammography equipment

Ultrasound equipment

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Mammographer

Trust: Bolton NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Royal Bolton Hospital

Ward: Breast Screening

Pay Rates: 20.15 - 24.82 per hour as Band 6 and 7 roles available

Company Overview

NHS Professionals is a leading provider of staffing solutions within the UK's National Health Service, dedicated to connecting skilled healthcare professionals with trusted NHS trusts. We prioritise flexibility, career development, and work-life balance to support our staff in delivering exceptional patient care.

Summary

We are seeking dedicated Band 6 and 7 Clinical Imaging Specialist - Breast Imaging to join our team at NHS Professionals in the UK. This vital role involves performing high-quality mammography imaging to support early detection and diagnosis of breast health issues. Based in Sheffield, you will contribute to our mission of providing excellent healthcare services and supporting patient well-being.

Responsibilities

• To work alongside Lead Consultant Radiologists for Breast Imaging as an expert practitioner within symptomatic and assessment clinics, demonstrating excellent technical skills in all aspects of Breast Imaging. This involves the utilisation of highly developed specialist knowledge, critical thinking and expert decision making.
• To be competent in the use of specialist skills for interventions performed under ultrasound and mammographic control, including fourteen gauge biopsies, seven and ten gauge vacuum assisted biopsies, localisation wire and marker clip insertions.
• To work as an autonomous practitioner, with responsibility for covering booked patient lists; and to lead fast track clinics in the absence of a Consultant Radiologist, with effective liaison with surgical colleagues to provide an efficient service.
• To provide a high quality, timely and efficient NHS Breast Screening Programme, along with a symptomatic and specialised assessment mammographic service.
• Ability to perform mammograms, ultrasound and stereotactic biopsy and/or film reading.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Radiography or DCR
• HPC Registered
• Post Graduate certificate in Mammography
• Proven experience in performing mammography imaging.
• Strong understanding of breast anatomy and pathology.
• Mammography experience in the Breast Screening Service or a Symptomatic Breast Service.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to patient care and safety.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying shift patterns.

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