Band 6 Senior Radiographer-Mammographer

The post-holder will perform high standard mammography examinationsin accordance withlocal protocols and provide support to the breast services team for both breast screening and symptomatic services, and support the smooth running of the clinics, working with the wider breast team including mammographers, assistant practitioners and imaging department assistants. The role also involves contributing to the training and development of team members across all aspects of digital mammography, image guided interventional procedures, and digital imaging.

Applicants must hold the Postgraduate Award in Mammography, a Radiography Degree (or equivalent), and have experience of working in Breast Screening and symptomatic Breast Services. Current HCPC registration is essential.,

• Radiography Degree or diploma of the College of Radiographers.
• Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography
• State registered radiographer.
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree plus short specialist courses e.g. IV cannulation course, QA course, Assessor course, teaching/training/supervision course and/experience to post-graduate diploma level or equivalent in Mammography.
Experience Essential
• Experience in breast screening.
• Understanding and knowledge of current techniques and equipment used in breast imaging.
• Evidence of up-to-date technical knowledge
• Wide range of practical experience
• Evidence of team leadership skills
Desirable
• Experience in general radiography
• Knowledge of NHS BSP, Ability to work well under pressure/stressful conditions.
• Ability to work as part of a team and to work on own initiative.
• Ability to train and influence colleagues.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to participate in audit activities.
• Demonstration of good interpersonal skills
• Effective communication skills
• Effective organisational skills
• Understanding and knowledge of current techniques and equipment used in breast imaging.
• Desire to perform well both professionally and personally.
• Caring, empathetic approach to patients/carers.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
• Radiography Degree or diploma of the College of Radiographers.
• Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography
• State registered radiographer.
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree plus short specialist courses e.g. IV cannulation course, QA course, Assessor course, teaching/training/supervision course and/experience to post-graduate diploma level or equivalent in Mammography.
Experience Essential
• Experience in breast screening.
• Understanding and knowledge of current techniques and equipment used in breast imaging.
• Evidence of up-to-date technical knowledge
• Wide range of practical experience
• Evidence of team leadership skills
Desirable
• Experience in general radiography
• Knowledge of NHS BSP, Ability to work well under pressure/stressful conditions.
• Ability to work as part of a team and to work on own initiative.
• Ability to train and influence colleagues.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to participate in audit activities.
• Demonstration of good interpersonal skills
• Effective communication skills
• Effective organisational skills
• Understanding and knowledge of current techniques and equipment used in breast imaging.
• Desire to perform well both professionally and personally.
• Caring, empathetic approach to patients/carers.
  
  An excellent opportunity has arisen for a dedicated hardworking, Radiographer-Mammographer to join our friendly and enthusiastic team.
University Hospitals Birmingham manages The South Birmingham Breast Screening Programme and provides Breast Symptomatic Services across Birmingham and Solihull. The successful candidate will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary team delivering high quality mammography examinations within both screening and symptomatic breast referral services for University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust. The role will be primarily based at the South Birmingham Breast Screening Unit and its associated mobile screening units, working in line with NHSBSP guidelines and South Birmingham Breast Unit QMS operating procedures. There also maybe occasions where duties are undertaken at Good Hope and Solihull Hospitals., University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.