University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Advanced Practitioner Mammographer
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a qualified advanced practitioner mammographer to join our multi-professional team at Princess Anne Hospital Breast Unit in Southampton. This post is a part-time 12 month contract to cover maternity leave. Additional hours may be available on NHSP.
The service delivers both primary breast screening and symptomatic mammography. The breast unit is fully digital with three mammography units, with two tomosynthesis systems. In addition we have three mobile units to provide primary screening to our catchment area. We welcome candidates with proven vacuum assisted biopsy experience to apply.
The postholder will work alongside the Breast Consultant Radiologists, Advance Practitioners, mammographers and assistant practitioners to provide a Breast Screening and Symptomatic Service to patients, providing specialist clinical opinion and diagnosis for patient centred care.
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University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
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Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
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Person specification
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
- Post graduate Award/ PG Cert or equivalent qualification in Mammography/ Breast imaging
- Relevant master’s qualification or equivalent experience
- Relevant clinical courses
- Current HCPC registration
- Quality assurance supervision and practice
- NHS experience/ Breast Screening experience post qualification
- Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance including H&S, COSHH, Manual Handling
- Sound knowledge of Radiation Protection regulations including IR(ME)R 2017, IRR 99
- Working knowledge of trust systems
- Post graduate modules in advanced practice obtained, to include one or more of the following:
- Advanced Principles and Practice of Breast Interventional Techniques
- Clinical breast examination and client communication
- Interpretation and reporting in mammography
- Ultrasound of the breast
- Practice education and mentorship
- High-level mammography skills, supported by highly developed specialist knowledge and clinical expertise e.g. Interventional stereotactic procedures, interpretation and reporting in mammography
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