Mammographer

18 Week Support; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

18WKS is seeking experienced Mammographers to support NHS breast imaging services at an NHS Trust site in Greater London.

You will perform mammography examinations for breast screening and symptomatic clinics, position patients to obtain high quality images, and ensure procedures are explained with dignity.

The post is ad hoc with potential for ongoing work; you will follow safety protocols, maintain records, and collaborate with radiologists and the wider team.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Radiography or Mammography.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Experience in mammography within a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of breast screening procedures and radiation safety.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Satisfactory references and completion of compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography examinations for breast screening and symptomatic breast clinics.
• Position patients appropriately and obtain high quality mammographic images in accordance with clinical protocols.
• Ensure patients are informed about the procedure and treated with dignity and respect.
• Check image quality and ensure images are suitable for clinical interpretation.
• Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and relevant clinical guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with radiologists, breast clinicians and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with NHS policies and procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Patient care

Independent worker

Multidisciplinary team

Education

Radiography or Mammography qualification

Job description

18WKS is seeking experienced Mammographers to support NHS breast imaging services.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mammography examinations for breast screening and symptomatic breast clinics.
• Position patients appropriately and obtain high quality mammographic images in accordance with clinical protocols.
• Ensure patients are informed about the procedure and treated with dignity and respect.
• Check image quality and ensure images are suitable for clinical interpretation.
• Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and relevant clinical guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with radiologists, breast clinicians and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with NHS policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Radiography or Mammography.
• Current HCPC registration, where applicable.
• Experience in mammography within a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of breast screening procedures and radiation safety.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Satisfactory references and completion of compliance requirements.

Location: NHS Trust site, details to be confirmed.

Contract: Ad hoc shifts, with potential for ongoing work.

Working hours and rates will be confirmed during the recruitment process.