Trainee Mammography Associate, Band 4- Breast

5 months ago


Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Permanent position, 30 hours a week

As a member of our team, you will help deliver highly skilled patient focused care within the Breast Imaging Service throughout Gloucestershire.

The post exists to provide training to become a Mammography Associate. Both internal and external training will be provided and successful completion of this will enable the post holder to practice as a competent Assistant Practitioner.

The post holder will perform supervised mammography examinations in accordance with current departmental guidelines, policies and protocols, while providing a high level of patient care. The post holder will be able to produce good quality diagnostic images while safely using highly complex technical mammography equipment. The post holder will work in the main breast imaging department and across mobile sites throughout the county.

Other duties include providing a wide range of clinical, technical and administrative support within the breast imaging department.

Due to the nature of the work, mammography posts have a gender protected character. This is a genuine occupational requirement and as a result this post is exempt under Schedule 9; Part1 of the Equality Act 2010 and therefore only female applicants over 18 should apply.

The role of the Mammography Associate is to provide a specific x-ray examination service in accordance with a specific scope of practice to a closely specified client group. You will work under the direct supervision of a registered Specialist Mammographer at Thirlestaine Breast Centre and on the mobile units.

Other duties will include, clerical duties as per departmental need, routine QA equipment testing, assisting and supporting colleagues and patients throughout clinical and radiological procedures, general housekeeping and infection control tasks.

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and with over 8,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. We offer a generous annual leave allowance, excellent bank rates, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our health and well-being hub, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, reward and recognition schemes, exercise and activity classes and membership to our popular hospital choir.

The breast imaging department provides both a symptomatic and screening service.

The symptomatic breast imaging service is for those requiring diagnosis, treatment and follow-up appointments throughout Gloucestershire.

The breast screening service offers appointments to all women between the ages of 50-71 who are registered with a GP practice. In Gloucestershire we undertake in the region of 30,000 examinations per annum, with a screening population of over 100,000 women. Our breast screening service also operates two mobile units which currently move throughout eight locations within Gloucestershire, to which you will be required to drive to on a rotational basis.

In this role you will work alongside our experienced breast care and breast imaging teams, participating in both screening and symptomatic clinics. You will also work within our family history, follow-up and assessment clinics.

Job Purpose

To work as part of the Breast Imaging team assisting in the delivery of high-quality patient focused care services under the supervision of qualified staff

To perform mammography examinations in accordance with current national and departmental guidelines policies and protocols

To perform mammography with precision, speed and of a high technical standard with radiation dose kept as low as reasonably achievable at Thirlestaine Breast Centre and on the Mobile Units located within Gloucestershire

To be responsible for safe and efficient use of expensive and highly complex technical equipment

Manage workload under appropriate clinical supervision

Manage workload under the supervision of a Radiographer Specialist Mammographer and liaise with clerical and clinical staff

To work flexible hours as the service needs demand

Work at main breast centre and on the 2 mobile units located throughout Gloucestershire under supervision of a senior radiographer

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Aptitude Required

One year work experience in the NHS or other healthcare setting is desirable

Have a confident approach and mature outlook

Demonstrate excellent communication skills (face to face/ telephone)

Have basic IT skills in order to enter and record patient data correctly on NBSS/CRIS etc

Show initiative and have appropriate organisational and decision-making skills within a supervised environment Provide a high standard of patient care throughout imaging investigations in accordance with instructions and training received showing a sympathetic and caring approach to patients
Be able to multitask and prioritise key tasks

Have good interpersonal and teamworking skills. P



  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Trainee Mammography Associate, Band 4- Breast Screening (30 hours a week) As a member of our team, you will help deliver highly skilled patient focused care within the Breast Imaging Service throughout Gloucestershire. The post exists to provide training to become a Mammography Associate. Both internal and external training will be provided and successful...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job Purpose To work as part of the Breast Imaging team assisting in the delivery of high-quality patient focused care services under the supervision of qualified staff To perform mammography examinations in accordance with current national and departmental guidelines policies and protocols To perform mammography with precision, speed and of a high technical...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job Purpose To work as part of the Breast Imaging team assisting in the delivery of high-quality patient focused care services under the supervision of qualified staff To perform mammography examinations in accordance with current national and departmental guidelines policies and protocols To perform mammography with precision, speed and of a high technical...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An opportunity has arisen within the Breast Specialist Nursing Team based at Thirlestaine Breast Centre at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Do you want to develop? We have a permanent, full time opportunity to work within our team as a Cancer Support Worker. The Cancer Support Worker is an integral part of the team working under the...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The Breast Surgery Nursing Team are looking to welcome a motivated, organised, and efficient administrator to join them. You will be based at Thirlestaine Breast Centre, but the role may require across site working. You will be working closely with the nursing and the management team to deliver the very best care for our patients. We are a friendly team who...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team as an Associate Healthcare Practitioner, to assist/deputise for the departments management team in providing a quality service in a busy laboratory. The Pre Analytical Area is the central hub over two sites for all samples arriving into Pathology, making it the first point of contact and an important...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information on the main responsibilities for this vacancy. Additional Contact Details Rachel Currie (Senior Breast Nurse Specialist) rachel.currie@nhs.net 0300 422 6110


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Provision of compassionate, safe and effective care and support to patients in the critical care setting Monitor the condition and health needs of patients on a continual basis in partnership with patients, families and carers, ensuring appropriate escalation to a registered nurse Provide effective evidence based care under the supervision of registered...

  • Therapy Assistant

    4 months ago


    Gloucester, United Kingdom Maxxima Full time

    The Occupational Therapy/physiotherapy team at Maxxima are currently recruiting for a qualified and experienced **Band 4 Occupational Therapist Assistant for the Gloucester. The successful Therapy Asssistant will be working Monday to Friday 9-5. This role is available to start ASAP; the starting pay rate for this job is £14 per hour.*** **Position**:...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Training Systems Administrator, Band 4- Planning & Workforce Information Team Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and with over 8,000 staff, we are one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. We offer a generous annual leave allowance, excellent bank rates, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Department of Critical Care is calling all Nursing Associates! We are excited to invite enthusiastic and proactive Nursing Associates to join our Critical Care team for the first time at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a friendly and supportive team of critical care nurses who will help you...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Maxxima Full time

    The Occupational Therapy/physiotherapy team at Maxxima are currently recruiting for a qualified and experienced **Band 4 Occupational Therapist Assistant for the Gloucestershire County Council.** If successful, you will be working full-time or part-time hours from Monday to Friday. Previous experience of working within the NHS is desirable for this...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Management - To undertake management of issues relating to MLAs who work in the PAN Area (Gloucester and Cheltenham) to ensure the department operates in an efficient, fair and effective way. - Workforce planning signing off annual leave requests on e-roster with regard for the minimum staffing numbers required to provide an adequate service. Recording sick...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The Radiology department at GHNHSFT are looking for a dedicated and efficient admin assistant to assist the management team with the day to day running of the radiology departments across the county. You would work alongside the General Manager, Professional Lead Radiographer, and the wider Radiology management team to ensure the safe and effective running...

  • Discharge Coordinator

    4 months ago


    Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    **1 x Fixed Term contract/secondment opportunity for 3 months** - Internal applicants who wish to be considered for a secondment opportunity should discuss with their line manager the suitability of a possible secondment* An exciting development opportunity has arisen to join our multi-disciplinary team as a band 4 discharge coordinator. The role of the...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Roster Team Administrator, Band 4 (30 hours a week) Please see JD and Person Spec for full information and contact us if you have any further questions. The post holder will provide administration and systems support to the Roster Team and wider Trust and will report to the Operational Support Manager. Assist the Operational Support Manager in the...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The Gloucestershire Community Diabetes Service is looking to recruit a Band 4 Nutrition Educator for Diabetes. You will have completed a degree level qualification in Nutrition and Health or other Nutrition based degree/Post graduate diploma and ideally be either a Registered Nutritionist or Associate Registered Nutritionist. You will be interested and...


  • Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To work closely under the management of the POCT Co-ordinator and POCT Clinical Lead and members of the POCT Group. Key working relationships will exist between the post holder and the POCT lead, Band 6 POCT HCS and Clinical Scientist for POCT. The post holder will also be dealing with a variety of key personnel including clinicians, GPs, nursing staff,...

  • Medical Secretary

    5 months ago


    Gloucester, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time, Band 4 Medical Secretary to join our friendly and welcoming Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT) based at Rikenel, Gloucester. As an organisation we offer a range of professional development opportunities and would support the post holder in continuing professional development. Please note that this...


  • Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our Diabetic Eye Screening Team as a Diabetic Retinal Screener, Band 4. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking clinics across the county in a range of settings, including mobile clinical vehicles, GP Surgeries, and Hospitals.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake...