Job summary We are seeking a confident and empathetic Lead Mammographer to join our team at St Albans City Hospital, leading the breast imaging service. The successful candidate will work closely with our Lead Breast Consultant, Radiology Breast Consultants, and the Radiology management team to provide management and leadership for the breast imaging team. The post holder will deputise for the site lead Radiographer in their absence, assisting and supporting the delivery of the department's strategic and operational priorities. This is a part-time role, requiring 16 hours per week, Monday to Friday only. Main duties of the job The successful candidate must be HCPC registered with a BSc or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography, along with a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma in Mammography. They should have extensive experience in Mammography, as well as leadership and management experience. The post holder will collaborate closely with breast clinicians in Radiology and the breast clinic to ensure a smooth and clear pathway for patients, ensuring that targets are consistently met. They will provide reassurance to patients through clear explanations and effective communication with patients, their relatives, or carers, using tact and empathy. The post holder will maintain respect for patients' privacy, dignity, wishes, and beliefs, while minimising any discomfort. Although not required at the start of employment, the post holder will be expected to develop a thorough understanding of departmental and Trust procedures and policies, ensuring compliance at all times. About us With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/ We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitmentnhs.net. If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £48,270 to £54,931 a year inc HCA pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 360-C-6705 Job locations St Albans City Hospital Waverley Rd St Albans AL3 5PN Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role. Person Specification Education and qualifications: Essential BSc or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography. Post graduate certificate/diploma in Mammography. HCPC registration. Additional qualifications. Desirable Management/Leadership qualification or experience. Knowledge: Essential Legislation regarding ionising radiation. Proven knowledge base of mammography and NHSBSP. Clinical & information governance and evidence-based practice. Desirable Knowledge of change management. Experience: Essential Extensive experience in Mammography. Experience of leadership and management (people and service). Experience of working with other divisions/interpersonal skills. Desirable Understanding of recent developments with Mammography/Radiology/NHS. Teaching, training, mentoring experience. Current or previous experience of managing a service - delivering targets. Person Specification Education and qualifications: Essential BSc or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography. Post graduate certificate/diploma in Mammography. HCPC registration. Additional qualifications. Desirable Management/Leadership qualification or experience. Knowledge: Essential Legislation regarding ionising radiation. Proven knowledge base of mammography and NHSBSP. Clinical & information governance and evidence-based practice. Desirable Knowledge of change management. Experience: Essential Extensive experience in Mammography. Experience of leadership and management (people and service). Experience of working with other divisions/interpersonal skills. Desirable Understanding of recent developments with Mammography/Radiology/NHS. Teaching, training, mentoring experience. Current or previous experience of managing a service - delivering targets. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address St Albans City Hospital Waverley Rd St Albans AL3 5PN Employer's website http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)