Job summary
The opportunity has arisen for a Mammographer (trainee or qualified) to join a progressive and motivated breast imaging team at Buckinghamshire Breast Unit.
If you are a qualified radiographer looking to specialise or a qualified mammographer looking for a new challenge. We are keen to attract staff who wish to progress, the unit has a long history of encouraging this whether clinically or managerial. If you do not hold a UK qualification for mammography, then you will need to attend a recognised postgraduate course and formal training will be provided. If you are an international applicant, you will need to have IELTS at level 7.
The postholder will be a valued member of the multidisciplinary team based at the purpose-built Bucks Breast Unit on the Wycombe Hospital site in High Wycombe. We also have 2 mobile units that provide screening for the women of Buckinghamshire.
Main duties of the job
- To produce high standard of images.
- To ensure that a patient centred approach is always maintained.
- To provide highly skilled and specialised Mammography within asymptomatic and screening setting
- Participate in the mobile breast screening service on a flexible basis across all sites.
- Participate as required in the NHSBSP assessment clinics and provide effective support for consultant staff.
- To work without supervision in mammography, managing own workload and organisation of junior colleagues.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
- A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Radiography
- HCPC registered
- Evidence of CPD and attendance at relevant short courses
Desirable
- Certificate in Mammography
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Mammography experience
- Experience of QA
Desirable
- Supervision and training of Junior colleagues
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ionising Radiation Legislation
- Manual handling skills
- Clear concise oral and written communication skills in order to deal with a range of staff/ patients and provide written reports.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety issues
- Ability to deal with difficult situations, complaints, aggressive behaviour
- Computer literate
- Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
Desirable
- Appraisal and objective setting
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Travel to other sites and car driver
- Flexible to cover annual leave/sickness
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Radiography
- HCPC registered
- Evidence of CPD and attendance at relevant short courses
Desirable
- Certificate in Mammography
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Mammography experience
- Experience of QA
Desirable
- Supervision and training of Junior colleagues
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Ionising Radiation Legislation
- Manual handling skills
- Clear concise oral and written communication skills in order to deal with a range of staff/ patients and provide written reports.
- Knowledge of Health & Safety issues
- Ability to deal with difficult situations, complaints, aggressive behaviour
- Computer literate
- Ability to work under own initiative and as part of a team
Desirable
- Appraisal and objective setting
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Travel to other sites and car driver
- Flexible to cover annual leave/sickness
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).
