Mammographer

NHS; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a radiographer to join their team, responsible for performing diagnostic mammography and engaging in clinical governance. Candidates should possess a BSc in Radiography, HCPC registration, and relevant experience with NHS standards, ensuring patient care and high clinical practice standards.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Learning & Development opportunities

Paid annual leave

Qualifications

• HCPC Registered.
• Experience as a radiographer within breast screening.
• Knowledge of NHSBSP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Performing screening and diagnostic mammography.
• Assisting in interventional breast procedures.
• Supervising junior staff and students.

Skills

Clinical Practice

Team Collaboration

Quality Assurance

Education

BSc. Radiography

Post-graduate certificate in mammography

HCPC Registration

Job description

The PrincessAlexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute,outpatient and diagnostic services at The Princess Alexandra Hospital inHarlow, the Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishops Stortford, and St MargaretsHospital in Epping.

Main duties of the job

You will participate in symptomatic andassessment clinics at the static unit, as well as in screening mammographyacross both static and mobile units. You will be responsible for your ownclinical practice and ongoing professional development, while activelycontributing to service development and quality improvement through departmentalaudits and quality assurance programmes. In addition, you will support clinicalgovernance and collaborate closely with colleagues across various disciplinesto achieve shared service objectives.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Job responsibilities

• Performing screening and diagnostic mammography at both static andmobile units in accordance with national and local protocols.
• Assisting in interventional breast procedures such as core biopsies andlocalisations, including preparation of equipment and patient support.
• Ensuring the safe and effective use of imaging equipment, identifyingfaults, and taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Promoting and maintaining high standards of clinical practice,professionalism, and patient care in line with NHS policies and radiationsafety regulations.
• Actively participating in training, professional development, staffmeetings, and sharing knowledge gained through courses to improve servicequality.
• Supervising junior staff and students, supporting multidisciplinaryteamwork, and contributing to service delivery through operational duties anddepartmental collaboration.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration
• BSc. Radiography or Diploma of the College of Radiographers or equivalent
• Post-graduate certificate in mammography
• Evidence of CPD & experience as a radiographer within breast screening and symptomatic services
• Knowledge of NHSBSP guidelines for the practice of mammography, experience of QA procedure and processes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.