Mammographer - Band 6

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Mammographer, or Radiographer wishing to train as a Mammographer, to join our multi-professional team at Avon Breast Screening Unit based at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, and at the Central Health Clinic, Tower Hill, as well as 3 Mobile Screening Units throughout the catchment area. There is also the expectation that staff occasionally rotate through Weston General Hospital mammography suite to assist with symptomatic services.

Main duties of the job

NORTH BRISTOL NHS TRUST

AVON BREAST SCREENING UNIT

POST: Qualified Mammographer

GRADE : BAND 6

LOCATION: Avon Breast Screening Service, Beaufort House, Southmead Hospital; Central Health Clinic, Tower Hill, Bristol; Weston General Hospital; plus various remote Mobile Screening Units across the catchment area.

HOURS: Part time posts available

PLEASE NOTE: It is ESSENTIAL that you have a car and a UK Driving licence as working in remote sites on mobile trailers is a requirement of the post holder.

We are a friendly team committed to providing a first class service to the women of Bristol, Bath and Somerset at both static and mobile units. Additionally we provide cover for the Symptomatic clinics at both Southmead Hospital and Weston General Hospital. The department supports skill mix and we employ Assistant Practitioners and Radiographers in role extension. The department is committed to personal and professional development with everyone supported in CPD.

In addition to holding the Diploma of the College of Radiographers or relevant Radiography Degree, you must hold a UK-recognised Postgraduate Award in Mammography or Certificate of Competence in Mammography from the College of Radiographers or be willing to work towards one. This qualification typically takes around 1 year to complete.

About us

The ability to work in a multi-professional team is essential, as is a commitment to the provision of a high quality service. You will be rotated through all aspects of breast care work, including screening, assessments, stereotactic biopsies, mobile units and symptomatic clinics. There are also additional admin duties which are to be completed besides clinical work.