Job summary As a member of our team, you will help deliver highly skilled patient focused care within the Breast Imaging Service throughout Gloucestershire. We have 2 mobile screening units and 4 static rooms with 3 mammography equipment suppliers. We perform Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, Contrast Enhanced Mammograpy and have Tomography guided biopsy capability on 3 mammography units. The department has a strong research focus and has participated in BRAID/CONTEST/NOSTRA in recent yearsTraining will be provided to a suitable candidate on a fixed term 24 month contract. On satisfactory completion of the qualification and internal competencies, the candidate will be offered a substantive band 6 radiographer (mammographer) post.Due to the nature of the work, mammography posts have a gender protected character. This is a genuine occupational requirement and as a result this post is exempt under Schedule 9; Part1 of the Equality Act 2010 and therefore only female applicants over 18 should apply. Main duties of the job The post holder will train to perform mammography with precision and speed, at a consistently high technical standard at the Breast Centre and Mobile Screening Units. They will deliver a high-quality service for patients referred to the NHSBSP Breast Screening and Symptomatic breast service. They will also undertake specialised assessment mammography to the standard required by the service.They will gain and maintain an excellent level of skill and knowledge in all aspects of Breast Imaging. They will develop and maintain positive professional links with medical and non-medical staff within the unit, and with other departments, to promote the highest service standards and collaborative working. They will be a positive ambassador for the Breast Service and maintain a positive attitude toward work. Mammography is undertaken for the Gloucestershire Breast Imaging service at mobile sites across Gloucestershire and the Breast Imaging Centre in Cheltenham, and the post holder will need to be able to travel independently to all of these locations. About us We have a friendly dynamic team which invite around 30000 screening patients to attend for mammography each year, in addition to providing all symptomatic mammograms for the whole of Gloucestershire. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 318-25-T0140 Job locations Thirlestaine Breast Centre Thirlestaine Road Cheltenham GL537AS Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this exciting opportunity to train in Mammography Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this exciting opportunity to train in Mammography Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Radiography/Radiotherapy or Diploma of the College of Radiographers HCPC Registration Willingness to study for Level 7 Postgraduate qualification in Mammography Experience Essential Appropriate post qualification experience in NHS Radiology department Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and interest in Breast Imaging Desirable Experience of a Breast Screening Service or a Breast Symptomatic Service Experience of using departmental computerised patient systems - NBSS, PACS and CRIS Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Essential Able to use all forms of radiographic equipment and the manual dexterity to be able to assist with biopsies Evidence of a high standard of radiography Able to work under pressure with accuracy whilst maintaining a cheerful and empathetic disposition Able to think quickly and assess clinical situations. Consistently demonstrate excellent communication abilities Ability to travel throughout Gloucestershire Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Radiography/Radiotherapy or Diploma of the College of Radiographers HCPC Registration Willingness to study for Level 7 Postgraduate qualification in Mammography Experience Essential Appropriate post qualification experience in NHS Radiology department Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and interest in Breast Imaging Desirable Experience of a Breast Screening Service or a Breast Symptomatic Service Experience of using departmental computerised patient systems - NBSS, PACS and CRIS Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Essential Able to use all forms of radiographic equipment and the manual dexterity to be able to assist with biopsies Evidence of a high standard of radiography Able to work under pressure with accuracy whilst maintaining a cheerful and empathetic disposition Able to think quickly and assess clinical situations. Consistently demonstrate excellent communication abilities Ability to travel throughout Gloucestershire 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. 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. 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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Thirlestaine Breast Centre Thirlestaine Road Cheltenham GL537AS Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)