Job summary
Were looking for a Specialist Mammographer to join our Mammography service at The London Bridge Hospital, currently rated Outstanding by the CQC.
The Mammography Department at London Bridge Hospital is proud of the robust service provided to screening patients and symptomatic clinic patients, offering a breadth of specialty reinforced by state-of-the-art breast imaging equipment from Hologic. Our team of highly skilled mammographers work with leading consultant breast radiologists to deliver a five-star patient experience in close liaison with breast surgeons on the same floor at The Shard, as well as 31 Old Broad Street.
Main duties of the job
As a Specialist Mammographer at London Bridge Hospital, youll rotate through our main Hospital as well as our Satellite sites at The Shard and Old Broad Street. We will ask you to undertake and perform all mammography procedures including assisting with biopsies and other interventional procedures under the guidance of the Breast Radiologist.
About us
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Specialist Mammographer at The London Bridge Hospital youll be eligible for:
- 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
- Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
- Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Group Life Assurance from day one
- Critical illness cover
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
- Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
- Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties & responsibilities:
- Perform quality control functions related to mammography.
- Undertake all administrative duties involved with the Mammography service under the guidance of the Site Superintendent and Mammography Superintendent.
- Utilise and understand the PACS Meditech Information Systems
- Be aware of the need to work at either the Shard or 31 Old Broad Street Satellite Sites.
- Participate in the rotation of Mammographers to other sites associated with the facility
- Participate in symptomatic breast clinics and assist with vacuum assisted biopsies where appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties & responsibilities:
- Perform quality control functions related to mammography.
- Undertake all administrative duties involved with the Mammography service under the guidance of the Site Superintendent and Mammography Superintendent.
- Utilise and understand the PACS Meditech Information Systems
- Be aware of the need to work at either the Shard or 31 Old Broad Street Satellite Sites.
- Participate in the rotation of Mammographers to other sites associated with the facility
- Participate in symptomatic breast clinics and assist with vacuum assisted biopsies where appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Extensive post Graduate experience with a post-graduate qualification in Mammography
- Knowledge of processes and procedures in Mammography
- Use of Hologic equipment previously
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- Extensive post Graduate experience with a post-graduate qualification in Mammography
- Knowledge of processes and procedures in Mammography
- Use of Hologic equipment previously
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.
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.
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).
