Radiographer (Breast Imaging Specialist)

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A large NHS Foundation Trust in the UK is offering an exciting opportunity in the Breast imaging Service. The role includes assisting Radiologists and Radiographers, preparing patients, and teaching junior staff. The Trust is known for its commitment to staff development and offers a vibrant working atmosphere in the heart of London. Female applicants are encouraged to apply due to the sensitive nature of the position. Competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement are included.

Benefits

Attractive benefits

Educational development opportunities

Qualifications

• Assist with the running of the Breast imaging Service.
• Assist Radiologists and Radiographers during interventional procedures.
• Prepare patients for their examinations.
• Teach junior members of staff and students.
• Perform high quality Breast Radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Expand skills within the imaging department.
• Work in a vibrant atmosphere with strong transport links.
• Access a wide range of education and development opportunities.

Job description

Responsibilities

• To assist with the running of the Breast imaging Service.
• To assist Radiologists during interventional procedures.
• To assist Radiographers during Interventional Procedures.
• To prepare patients for their examinations.
• To teach junior members of staff and students.
• To perform high quality Breast Radiographs. At UCLH (University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) our success starts with you.

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to expand your skill within the imaging department of one of the largest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputation and a tradition of innovation. Based in the busy West End of London, we have a lively and vibrant working atmosphere, with quick and easy transport links to all our sites. Our size and resources enable us to offer a range of attractive benefits as well as unparalleled education and development opportunities for staff at all levels. This includes an extensive portfolio of academic and clinical courses and programs ranging from ongoing personal development through to clinical excellence and leadership skills. UCLH prides itself on its investment in staff both in terms of developing career skills but also its commitment to staff health and wellbeing. University College Hospital, part of UCLH NHS Foundation Trust, has a reputation for innovation, research and providing excellent patient-focused care. The hospital sites are situated in the heart of the West end within easy reach of the many amenities that London has to offer.

About UCLH

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world‑class research. We provide first‑class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing). We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world‑class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

Equality & Diversity

Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of the work and in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, this post is restricted to female applicants only. This constitutes a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR).

Sustainability

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net‑zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.