Job summary
Breast Test Wales
Radiographer full time or part time
Band 5 / 6
Opportunities exist in our Cardiff (South East Wales) Division
Breast Test Wales plans, provides, manages and evaluates the NHS Breast Screening Programme in Wales. The South East Wales Region based on Cathedral Road, Cardiff close to the city centre. Employs 40 Mammographic staff, comprising of Advanced Practitioners, Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners.
We are actively seeking enthusiastic Radiographers to join our team. Applications are welcome from either experienced or newly qualified Radiographers who are interested in a career in breast screening. Experienced Radiographers will be appointed on a Band 6 scale with newly and recently qualified Radiographers at a Band 5. The South East Wales region is based on Cathedral Road, it has a static screening suite and assessment clinic facilities. We also operate 6 Mobile Screening Units which provide local screening services within the South East Wales area.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to either hold or study towards the post graduate MSc. module in Mammography. The post will involve travelling to and working on mobile units with some requirement for overnight stays ( at 3 screening sites once every 3 years). Newly and recently qualified Radiographers will be required to have at least 12 months clinical experience before commencing the post graduate module and after successfully completing will be upgraded to Band 6. There will also be a requirement to participate in rostered weekend working as necessary to meet the needs of the service.
As an organisation BTW positively supports advanced practice, with established routes for Radiographers to become Advanced Practitioners/ Consultant Radiographers according to service need.
The post is exempt under Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1, and due to the nature of the role only females should apply.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales. Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Radiography BSc. or equivalent
- Current H.C.P.C. registration
- Good command of the English language with a good standard of literacy and numeracy
Desirable
- MSc Module in Mammography or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience in radiography
Desirable
- Mammography experience. Work place responsibilities in specialist areas.
- NHS work/training experience
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Able to travel independently to various locations throughout Wales.
- Excellent verbal and written Communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the work of the National Health Breast Screening Service.
Desirable
- Knowledge of screening services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Radiography BSc. or equivalent
- Current H.C.P.C. registration
- Good command of the English language with a good standard of literacy and numeracy
Desirable
- MSc Module in Mammography or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience in radiography
Desirable
- Mammography experience. Work place responsibilities in specialist areas.
- NHS work/training experience
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Able to travel independently to various locations throughout Wales.
- Excellent verbal and written Communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the work of the National Health Breast Screening Service.
Desirable
- Knowledge of screening services.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
