Job summary
- Main area
- Parapet Breast Screening Unit
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (if training required for the Mammography certificate it will be at Band 5 to move to band 6 when qualified.)
- Job ref
- 151-JLM540
- Employer
- Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Parapet, King Edward VII Hospital
- Town
- Windsor
- Salary
- £40,617 - £48,778 per annum incl HCAS
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 19/10/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Mammographer
Band 6
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mammographer to join the team at the Parapet Breast Unit, Windsor, part of Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will contribute to delivering high-quality imaging services within both the NHS Breast Screening Programme and the symptomatic service.
The Parapet Breast Unit is based at King Edward VII Hospital, Windsor, and is fully equipped with the latest digital mammography and ultrasound systems, as well as two mobile screening units.
We are seeking a dedicated professional with strong mammography skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing patient-focused care. You will work closely within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
This post is restricted to female applicants only under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, as being female is a genuine occupational requirement due to the provision of intimate care to female patients. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community who meet this requirement.
Training and Development
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Candidates without a Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) in Mammography but who meet other requirements may be appointed at Band 5.
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Upon successful completion of the PGC in Mammography, the role will progress to Band 6.
Please note: Previous applicants and overseas candidates are not eligible to apply.
Main duties of the job
PURPOSE OF JOB:
- To produce high quality mammographic images, perform other mammographic procedures and assist with ultrasound examinations in accordance with accepted practice and protocols within the Parapet Department.
- To assist with caring for specialist equipment and performing quality tests.
- To input accurate patient data into the Radiology Information System and National Breast Screening System in a timely manner.
- will be involved with student training
- Any other tasks required
Working for our organisation
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Clinical
- To provide a specialised clinical technical service in order to produce radiographs of the highest diagnostic quality using as low a radiation dose as reasonably achievable whilst adhering to time constraints.
- To maintain an exceptional standard of patient care.
- To undertake all breast imaging examinations as required in screening, assessment and symptomatic clinics.
- To rapidly assess patient personality type and respond accordingly to elicit & document relevant clinical history within the time allowed, while also explaining the procedure, gaining consent, informing & advising the patient.
- To possess highly developed physical skills where a high degree of precision & accuracy is essential.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further information
Person specification
Qualification
Essential criteria
- HCPC Registered Diagnostic Radiographer
- Post-Graduate Qualification in Mammography
Desirable criteria
- Candidate has some experience in mammography no PGC training will be given
Experience
Essential criteria
- Performing a high standard of Mammography
- Experience of assisting with interventional breast procedures
Desirable criteria
- Previous National Breast Screening experience.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Independently co-ordinate, manage and monitor own work lists.
- Communicate with a wide range of people.
- Plan and organise as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of the National Breast Screening Programme quality aims and objectives.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Shahina Ahmed
- Job title
- Lead Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 03006146286
- Additional information
Shahina Ahmed on 03006146286
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