Job summary
Mammographer/Mammographer Trainee
Department: Breast Imaging
Band 6 £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata (Trainee post will be paid at Annex 21 whilst training)
Part-time 23 hours per week (Mon: 0800-1630, Thurs: 0830-1730, Fri: 0800-1630), all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
It is an exciting time for you to join the breast imaging team following the re-design of the unit to modernise the space and install state of the art technology into all rooms, this includes tomosynthesis, CESM and CESM biopsy along with the newly designed staff hub.
Do you like to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team committed to providing a high-quality service to your patients. As part of the Allied Health Professional team (AHP) you will collaborate, contribute and communicate with your AHP colleagues as you support each patient through their individual patient journey (see link).
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If this role excites and you are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal visit, please contact Debbie Noble or Sandra Knox on 01908 996913.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.
Interview date: 7th May 2025
Main duties of the job
Due to the nature of the role and to encourage women of all cultures and religions in our community to access breast screening all applicants must be female. This is deemed to be an occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, paragraph 1 and the Employment Statutory Code of Practices, Chapter 13, paragraphs 13.5
- To work as part of the Breast Care Unit multidisciplinary team providing a breast screening and symptomatic service for the population of Milton Keynes. This will include duties both on the Mobile Screening Unit and the Breast Care Unit in MKUH, and will also include use of dedicated computer systems.
- This role involves working alongside assistant practitioners, supervising, and mentoring as required.
- To perform high quality diagnostic breast imaging to demonstrate or exclude breast cancer on all women attending the symptomatic or breast screening services, whilst maintaining a high standard of patient care.
- As a Senior Mammographer, you will be expected to lead by example and work independently in accordance with departmental standard operating procedures and be accountable for your own actions, liaising with the Breast Imaging Service Manager, as necessary.
- When working in the mobile screening unit, you will be the lead specialist for breast screening, provide advice and assistance to colleagues as required.
About us
"We care we communicate we collaborate we contribute"
'An outstanding 92% stated that their role significantly affects patients and service users' (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are part of the diagnostic imaging team at MKUH and provides the National Breast Screening (NHSBSP) and symptomatic imaging service for the population of Milton Keynes. This is delivered from both the static breast unit and mobile screening unit locations so the ability to work flexibly across different sites is essential.
We are looking for a dedicated Radiographer with a passion for breast imaging to join our friendly team and undertake the UK Postgraduate Award in Mammography (this will be paid under Annex 21 whilst training) or are you an HCPC registered Mammographer who already holds a UK regulated level 7 postgraduate qualification in Mammography or has a UK ENIC statement of compatibility.
- Participatein the Breast Imaging Services staff rotation both on the Mobile Unit and at the Breast Care Unit and undertake all associated admin and clinical duties as required.
- To transport clinic paperwork and other consumable items to and from distant sites in accordance with Caldicott principals and local guidelines.
- To work autonomously within own specialist area, consulting senior staff as and when necessary and will be accountable for own professional actions.
- Workswiftly and efficiently so that breast screening lists are completed in the allocated time and ensuring that Technical Repeat rates conform to NHSBSP standards of less than 3%.
- Tobe responsible for the safe use of all digital mammographic equipment and its peripheries
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are part of the diagnostic imaging team at MKUH and provides the National Breast Screening (NHSBSP) and symptomatic imaging service for the population of Milton Keynes. This is delivered from both the static breast unit and mobile screening unit locations so the ability to work flexibly across different sites is essential.
We are looking for a dedicated Radiographer with a passion for breast imaging to join our friendly team and undertake the UK Postgraduate Award in Mammography (this will be paid under Annex 21 whilst training) or are you an HCPC registered Mammographer who already holds a UK regulated level 7 postgraduate qualification in Mammography or has a UK ENIC statement of compatibility.
- Participatein the Breast Imaging Services staff rotation both on the Mobile Unit and at the Breast Care Unit and undertake all associated admin and clinical duties as required.
- To transport clinic paperwork and other consumable items to and from distant sites in accordance with Caldicott principals and local guidelines.
- To work autonomously within own specialist area, consulting senior staff as and when necessary and will be accountable for own professional actions.
- Workswiftly and efficiently so that breast screening lists are completed in the allocated time and ensuring that Technical Repeat rates conform to NHSBSP standards of less than 3%.
- Tobe responsible for the safe use of all digital mammographic equipment and its peripheries
Please refer to the Job Description for further details
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or DCR(R)
- HCPC Registration
- Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography
Experience
Essential
- Relevant NHS experience as a Radiographer
- Awareness and understanding of Cancer Reform Strategy
- National Breast Screening Programme
Desirable
- Previous experience in mammography
- Ability to participate fully in QA
- To guide and mentor assistant practitioners/ trainee mammographers
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate high personal levels of mammographic competency
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Ability to cope with unscheduled clinics to meet cancer targets
- Ability to interpret and analyse complex information
- Well-developed customer focus
- Flexible and pragmatic approach to problems and working practices
- Ability to develop strong working relationships and to motivate staff and others
- Ability to work flexibly at short notice as service requirements dictate
Desirable
- Proactive attitude, promote and suggest new working initiatives
- Knowledge of digital imaging systems
- Knowledge of PACS and RIS
Personal and people development
Essential
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Ability to work under stressful situations due to nature of post
Desirable
- Commitment to further personal development
Communication
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
- Commitment to work regular evening shifts and weekend shifts as required
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- BSc in Radiography or DCR(R)
- HCPC Registration
- Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography
Experience
Essential
- Relevant NHS experience as a Radiographer
- Awareness and understanding of Cancer Reform Strategy
- National Breast Screening Programme
Desirable
- Previous experience in mammography
- Ability to participate fully in QA
- To guide and mentor assistant practitioners/ trainee mammographers
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate high personal levels of mammographic competency
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Ability to cope with unscheduled clinics to meet cancer targets
- Ability to interpret and analyse complex information
- Well-developed customer focus
- Flexible and pragmatic approach to problems and working practices
- Ability to develop strong working relationships and to motivate staff and others
- Ability to work flexibly at short notice as service requirements dictate
Desirable
- Proactive attitude, promote and suggest new working initiatives
- Knowledge of digital imaging systems
- Knowledge of PACS and RIS
Personal and people development
Essential
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Ability to work under stressful situations due to nature of post
Desirable
- Commitment to further personal development
Communication
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
- Commitment to work regular evening shifts and weekend shifts as required
Desirable
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).
