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 part time (30 hours) permanent post has arisen for an enthusiastic Assistant Practitioner to join our friendly team of Mammographers working within the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Breast Screening Service.

Band 3, progressing to Band 4 upon successful completion of the pre-induction period and Apprenticeship TAP programme.

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 RIS (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.

At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.

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.

Benefits

• Extensive range of learning opportunities
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms and Conditions
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemes
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 272-8335479
Date posted: 03 November 2026

Essential person specification

• GCSE English Language and Maths (Grade C or above) or the equivalent or NVQ Level 2
• At least 1 years' experience in a healthcare setting in the NHS
• Computer literate
• Communicate effectively with clients, patients, staff and members of the public
• Good team player
• Able to accommodate the demands of the post with flexible working as required and good attendance
• Able to prioritise workload
• To be able to travel independently to meet the demands of the post
• Caring attitude
• Deal with all clients regardless of medical or social problems
• Tact and Diplomacy
• Ability to deal with clients who have barriers to communication (language, deafness, learning difficulties)
• Able to maintain client confidentiality
• Work in a logical methodical manner

Desirable

• Experience operating Trust computer systems
• Experience in Mammography Department
• Experience in working for NHS
• Life support skills

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.

For questions about the job, contact:
Programme Manager - Breast Screening Service, Hannah Rayner, hannah.rayner3@nhs.net, 01302644974

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