Mammography Assistant Practitioner – Training (Band 4)

North Cumbria; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Practitioner in Mammography to join the Breast Imaging team at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. The role supports a high-quality breast diagnostic service across the North East, with a combination of clinic and mobile screening duties.

Training posts are available with Band 3 during training and Band 4 on successful completion over 12 months.

Qualifications

• Higher Certificate of Education or Foundation Degree with radiography modules (mammography).
• NVQ level 3 in Diagnostic & Therapeutic Support or equivalent radiographic experience.
• Knowledge of NHS Breast Screening Programme.

Responsibilities

• Undertake screening mammography examinations under indirect supervision.
• Assist radiographic, radiology and clerical teams to deliver a high quality service.
• Act as chaperone and assist in breast clinics as directed by radiographers/ast practitioners.

Skills

Good communication skills

IT skills

Data protection awareness

Teamwork

Education

Higher Certificate of Education / Foundation Degree (radiography modules)

NVQ level 3 in Diagnostic & Therapeutic Support or equivalent

Job description

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Practitioner in Mammography to join the Breast Imaging team at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. The role supports a high-quality breast diagnostic service across the North East, with a combination of clinic and mobile screening duties.

Training posts are available with Band 3 during training and Band 4 on successful completion over 12 months.