Job summary
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a
highly motivated and experienced breast imaging radiographer to join our team
as a Trainee Consultant Radiographer.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about advancing clinical practice,
leading service improvement, and shaping the future of breast imaging.
You will work across both screening and
symptomatic services, delivering expert clinical care and contributing to the
leadership, education, and development of the wider team. The role will be
split between clinical and non-clinical duties to support your growth in all
four pillars of consultant practice: clinical, leadership, education, and
research.
You should have significant experience in
breast imaging, with excellent communication, organisational and leadership
skills. A commitment to ongoing learning and innovation is essential.
Postgraduate qualifications in breast ultrasound, reporting or interventional
procedures are desirable.
This is a fantastic development opportunity
within a supportive, forward-thinking team. Youll benefit from a tailored
development plan and mentorship to help you progress to a full Consultant
Radiographer role.
Main duties of the job
As
Trainee Consultant Radiographer Breast Radiology, you will provide advanced
clinical care across breast imaging services, including mammography,
ultrasound, image interpretation, and interventional procedures. You will use advanced
clinical judgement to support diagnosis and treatment, while contributing to
multidisciplinary team discussions.
You
will lead and support radiographic staff, contribute to training and
development, and help shape service improvements through guideline development,
policy writing, and quality assurance. You will take responsibility for service
efficiency, resource use, and patient safety, while maintaining a strong focus
on patient experience, dignity, and confidentiality.
Youll
also be actively involved in education, research and audit, helping to influence
national practice and support the development of the radiography profession.
This role is designed to develop the full range of skills required for
progression to Consultant Radiographer.
About us
We
reserve the right to close positions early
Barnsley
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated
Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress
in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the
best Place to Work
We scored best
in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate
leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also
scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to
each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of
the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future
and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never
been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we
can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley
Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity
and fair treatment to all applicants
For
individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health
& care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert
to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no
longer eligible for sponsorship
The
cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only
be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description for 3426
Please refer to the attached
Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and
responsibilities.
Supporting
Documents
Please refer to the
values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description for 3426
Please refer to the attached
Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and
responsibilities.
Supporting
Documents
Please refer to the
values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post qualification experience in Mammography
- Significant clinical experience in a breast-imaging unit
- Experienced in Mammography Screen Reading
- Experience in Breast Ultrasound
- Experience in both ultrasound and stereotactic guided ultrasound procedures
- Experience of clinical teaching in mammography
- Experience of clinical audit and statistical analysis
- Research experience
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
Knowledge and awareness
Essential
- Health and safety procedures
- Data protection and patient confidentiality
- Knowledge of NHS strategy and policy
- Knowledge of IR(ME)R2017 and IRR17
- Expert knowledge of current radiographic reporting procedures including issues relating to leadership research and education
- Knowledge of national guidelines and standards pertaining to breast imaging especially NHSBSP
- Knowledge of research methodology
- Knowledge of informed consent process
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc Radiography
- Certificate of Competency in Mammography
- Masters Degree in Breast Imaging or related Health Care Science
- Current HCPC registration
- High level of clinical competence in a wide range of mammographic techniques
Desirable
- Doctoral level studies
- Accreditation with the Society of Radiographers
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organisational/leadership skills
- Able to work alone or as part of a team
- Ability to write complex reports with knowledge and understanding of a wide range of pathologies
- Demonstration of good organisational skills and an ability to communicate complex information to patients or senior consultant colleagues at a level suited to the listener
- Ability to work to a high standard, both technically and in patient care
- To inspire and motivate all members of the Breast Imaging with ability to work effectively within a team and promote team working
- Must have a positive and enthusiastic approach and be adaptable and flexible towards working practices and ability to cope under stress
- Ability to engage effectively and show an awareness of the complexities of varying working levels across both organisational and professional boundaries and to have highly developed negotiating and influencing skills to deal with this
- Ability to use critical reflection
- Ability to process, analyse and interpret highly complex and sensitive information
- Ability to critically assess and evaluate new technologies, techniques and equipment in the field of breast imaging and intervention
- Identify training needs of others and self.
- Effective time management
- Ability to command confidence in other health professionals
- Computer literate
Values based questions
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post qualification experience in Mammography
- Significant clinical experience in a breast-imaging unit
- Experienced in Mammography Screen Reading
- Experience in Breast Ultrasound
- Experience in both ultrasound and stereotactic guided ultrasound procedures
- Experience of clinical teaching in mammography
- Experience of clinical audit and statistical analysis
- Research experience
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
Knowledge and awareness
Essential
- Health and safety procedures
- Data protection and patient confidentiality
- Knowledge of NHS strategy and policy
- Knowledge of IR(ME)R2017 and IRR17
- Expert knowledge of current radiographic reporting procedures including issues relating to leadership research and education
- Knowledge of national guidelines and standards pertaining to breast imaging especially NHSBSP
- Knowledge of research methodology
- Knowledge of informed consent process
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc Radiography
- Certificate of Competency in Mammography
- Masters Degree in Breast Imaging or related Health Care Science
- Current HCPC registration
- High level of clinical competence in a wide range of mammographic techniques
Desirable
- Doctoral level studies
- Accreditation with the Society of Radiographers
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organisational/leadership skills
- Able to work alone or as part of a team
- Ability to write complex reports with knowledge and understanding of a wide range of pathologies
- Demonstration of good organisational skills and an ability to communicate complex information to patients or senior consultant colleagues at a level suited to the listener
- Ability to work to a high standard, both technically and in patient care
- To inspire and motivate all members of the Breast Imaging with ability to work effectively within a team and promote team working
- Must have a positive and enthusiastic approach and be adaptable and flexible towards working practices and ability to cope under stress
- Ability to engage effectively and show an awareness of the complexities of varying working levels across both organisational and professional boundaries and to have highly developed negotiating and influencing skills to deal with this
- Ability to use critical reflection
- Ability to process, analyse and interpret highly complex and sensitive information
- Ability to critically assess and evaluate new technologies, techniques and equipment in the field of breast imaging and intervention
- Identify training needs of others and self.
- Effective time management
- Ability to command confidence in other health professionals
- Computer literate
Values based questions
Essential
- In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
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).
