Job summary
We are looking for a Senior Mammographer to join our radiographic workforce at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals Trust.

The post is 15 hours per week, equivalent to two days, in St Albans City Hospital.

The purpose of this mammography post is to be an effective member of the Radiography team, providing a high standard of radiographic services to Radiologists, patients and service users.

There will be an expectation to supervise junior staff and students.

Main duties of the job
The primary role is to be an integral member of the mammography and one stop breast services at St Albans City Hospital.

In this role you will be required to work closely with our Lead Mammographer and Breast Consultant, Radiology Breast Consultants and Radiology management team.

You will work alongside clinical and non-clinical colleagues to provide the best possible experience to our patients whilst at the same time meeting performance standards and targets.

Proven ability to engage clinical and non-clinical teams is essential.

The post holder will deputise for the lead Mammographer in their absence, assisting and supporting to deliver the departments strategic and operational priorities.

About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contactwestherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.

Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential

• BSc or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Post graduate certificate/diploma in Mammography.
• HCPC registration.

Desirable

• Management/Leadership qualification or experience.

Knowledge:
Essential

• Legislation regarding ionising radiation.
• Proven knowledge base of mammography and NHSBSP.
• Clinical & information governance and evidence-based practice.

Desirable

• Knowledge of change management.

Experience:
Essential

• Evidenced experience in Mammography.
• Experience of working with other divisions/interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Understanding of recent developments with Mammography/Radiology/NHS.
• Teaching, training, mentoring experience.

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.
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