Job summary
Due to the sensitive nature of this post, only female applicants will be considered (this provision applies under Section 7(2)(b) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975).
Do you hold the Assistant Practitioner Certificate of Competence in Mammographer?
Are you looking for a rewarding career in a busy and supportive environment. Are you highly motivated, hardworking and forward thinking?
If so come and visit us in Doncaster where a 12-month fixed term vacancy has arisen for an enthusiastic Assistant Practitioner to join our friendly team of Mammographers working within the Doncaster & Bassetlaw Breast Screening Service
Please note, if your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Main duties of the job
To undertake routine specified radiographic examinations as per achieved competency under the supervision of a senior radiographer and to assist in the delivery of a high quality and accurate service
To act as an operator under the Trusts IR(ME)R 2017 procedures and undertake imaging examinations and procedures as per the departments technique protocols.
To perform routine mammograms at Breast Screening Clinics to a high standard of technique under the supervision of a senior Radiographer.
To operate the National Breast Screening System (NBSS) and Zillion (the radiology information system).
To utilise a high level of dexterity, necessary for the positioning and manipulation of patients and imaging equipment.
To participate in clinical audit and surveys relevant to the role.
To assist, when required, at breast screening assessment clinics and symptomatic "one-stop" clinics which support the two week cancer wait targets, or other NHS initiatives.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you Develop, Belong and Thrive, Here .
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including: o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful, you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
1. At least 1 years' experience in a healthcare setting in the NHS
2. Computer literate
Desirable
3. Experience operating Trust computer systems
4. Experience in a Mammography Department
5. Experience in the NHSBSP
Qualifications and Training
Essential
6. AP Certificate of Competence in Mammography
7. GCSE English Language & Maths (Grade C or above) or their equivalent or NVQ Level 2
Desirable
8. Life support skills
9. NVQ Level 3