An opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Mammographer or Radiographers who wish 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.
NORTH BRISTOL NHS TRUST
AVONBREAST SCREENING UNIT
POST: Qualified Mammographer
GRADE : BAND 6
LOCATION: Avon Breast Screening Service, Beaufort House, Southmead Hospital, Weston general Hospital and Central Health Clinic, Tower Hill, Bristol + various remote mobile screening units
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 ladies 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 Post Graduate Award in Mammography or Certificate of Competence in Mammography from the College of Radiographers or willing to work towards which will take approx. 1 year to complete.
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.
You will need to own your own vehicle, be willing to travel to our remote locations and have full UK driving license. Business cover is required on your insurance.
Interested in joining us? Please contact:-
Mary Wilson, Modality Lead, for an informal visit on 0117 414 7084
Or Email – Mary.Wilson@nbt.nhs.uk
This advert closes on Tuesday 24 Dec 2024