Job summary King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of London's largest and busiest teaching hospitals, with a unique profile of strong local services and a focused set of specialist services. In line with being at the forefront of many developments in Breast Screening and diagnosis. You will operate between our two static sites and six mobile units throughout the South East of London. We are expanding our mammography workforce and are seeking an experienced mammographer. You should be a radiographer registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and will hold either a BSc in radiography or the Diploma of the College of Radiographers. You should hold the UK Postgraduate Award in Mammography. You will have excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to providing the best possible quality in both the technical and patient care aspects of your work. We are one of the five designated National Breast Screening Training Centres in England therefore an interest in clinical teaching is desirable. You will be flexible and adaptable and able to travel between all sites in South East London. A Genuine Occupational Requirement under the 1975 Sex Discrimination Act Section 7(ii) applies to this post so we are only looking for female applicants. We welcome applications for full-time, part-time or job share working. Main duties of the job As a qualified and experienced mammographer you will be able to work autonomously within specialist areas, consulting senior staff as and when necessary, and will be accountable for your own professional actions. You will assess, manage and prioritise a caseload, giving advice and guidance to patients and other health care professionals. You will lead on the supervision and teaching of Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers as appropriate within Mammography. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum including HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share Reference number 213-CAX-6712797-B Job locations Kings College Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS Job description Job responsibilities Participate in multiple site rotations as and when necessary. Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination. Act as patient and staff advocate minimising their exposure to radiation. Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs. Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies, ensuring that the Trust targets are met. Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines Receive and welcome patients and staff to the Breast Radiology reception areas and Breast Screening clinics and deal with any enquiries in a kind and courteous manner. Communicate with the referrer any changes to referrals after assessing the clinical justification for an x-ray examination against IR(ME)R and local protocols. Deal sensitively with patients or carers under emotional stress, including the terminally ill and bereaved. Deal with potentially aggressive patients Communicate complex information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations. Communicates effectively on a daily basis with patients with communication difficulties and cognitive impairment Position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs Be competent in the utilisation of complex and specialised imaging equipment Operate advanced software on specialised radiological equipment requiring in-depth anatomical, pathological and technical knowledge Be able to decide on additional views when required in line with professional knowledge Comply with the requirements of CNST Demonstrate problem-solving approach to issues arising at a local level, evaluating the need to refer problems to the line manager Be accountable for own professional actions and working within codes of practice and professional guidelines, consulting senior staff as and when necessary Act as a source of knowledge to be consulted by other professionals Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. Ensure timely provision of images to referrers Safely administer contrast media and other drugs in accordance with protocols as required Ensure the safe transferring of patients and equipment, following manual handling guidelines and using risk assessment Assist with changing and personal care of patients as necessary including immobile and disabled Operate a wide range of radiological equipment requiring excellent hand-eye co-ordination. e.g. post processing of images Operate Modality and PACS equipment within a VDU environment Physically position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs Ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised where necessary. Paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens contaminated by bodily fluids. Job description Job responsibilities Participate in multiple site rotations as and when necessary. Act as an Operator under the IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and assess the clinical justification of referrals to ensure that the benefit to the patient outweighs the radiation risk associated with the examination. Act as patient and staff advocate minimising their exposure to radiation. Provide timely, efficient and courteous provision of radiographic services to the agreed standards of the department taking account of the patient/clients clinical, physical and cultural needs. Monitor and adjust work priorities in conjunction with other professionals to take into account changing demands on the diagnostic services due to emergencies, ensuring that the Trust targets are met. Accountable for own professional actions and work within codes of Practice and professional guidelines Receive and welcome patients and staff to the Breast Radiology reception areas and Breast Screening clinics and deal with any enquiries in a kind and courteous manner. Communicate with the referrer any changes to referrals after assessing the clinical justification for an x-ray examination against IR(ME)R and local protocols. Deal sensitively with patients or carers under emotional stress, including the terminally ill and bereaved. Deal with potentially aggressive patients Communicate complex information relating to conditions and procedures to staff, patients and carers and ensure informed consent for examinations. Communicates effectively on a daily basis with patients with communication difficulties and cognitive impairment Position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs Be competent in the utilisation of complex and specialised imaging equipment Operate advanced software on specialised radiological equipment requiring in-depth anatomical, pathological and technical knowledge Be able to decide on additional views when required in line with professional knowledge Comply with the requirements of CNST Demonstrate problem-solving approach to issues arising at a local level, evaluating the need to refer problems to the line manager Be accountable for own professional actions and working within codes of practice and professional guidelines, consulting senior staff as and when necessary Act as a source of knowledge to be consulted by other professionals Be responsible for ensuring the legal documentation on the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communications System (PACS) associated with each completed patient episode. Ensure timely provision of images to referrers Safely administer contrast media and other drugs in accordance with protocols as required Ensure the safe transferring of patients and equipment, following manual handling guidelines and using risk assessment Assist with changing and personal care of patients as necessary including immobile and disabled Operate a wide range of radiological equipment requiring excellent hand-eye co-ordination. e.g. post processing of images Operate Modality and PACS equipment within a VDU environment Physically position patients accurately for each examination, adapting techniques in accordance with the patients needs Ensure appropriate infection control measures are utilised where necessary. Paying particular attention to personal protection as well as the management of equipment and linens contaminated by bodily fluids. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Radiography (or equivalent) Post Graduate Award in Mammography Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration Desirable Post graduate Masters level qualification in Radiography or equivalent experience. Knowledge and Experience Essential Significant work experience as a qualified mammographer within a Breast Unit Demonstration of equipment competencies in mammography equipment and QA tests Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff To be able to operate VDU equipment in both image acquisition and data management Desirable Experience with clinical audit IV certificate Be able to operate manual handling aids as provided by the department including patient slide boards, sheets, hoists and trolleys. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Radiography (or equivalent) Post Graduate Award in Mammography Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration Desirable Post graduate Masters level qualification in Radiography or equivalent experience. Knowledge and Experience Essential Significant work experience as a qualified mammographer within a Breast Unit Demonstration of equipment competencies in mammography equipment and QA tests Experience in supervision and training of less experienced radiographers, students and departmental staff To be able to operate VDU equipment in both image acquisition and data management Desirable Experience with clinical audit IV certificate Be able to operate manual handling aids as provided by the department including patient slide boards, sheets, hoists and trolleys. 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Kings College Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)