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 (22.5 hours) permanent post has arisen for an enthusiastic Assistant Practitioner to join our friendly team of Mammographers working within the Doncaster & Bassetlaw Breast Screening Service
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.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Details
- Date posted: 20 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 4
- Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 272-8173385
- Job locations: Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
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Person specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience operating Trust computer systems
- Experience in a Mammography Department
- Experience in the NHSBSP
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- AP Certificate of Competence in Mammography
- GCSE English Language & Maths (Grade C or above) or the equivalent or NVQ Level 2
- Computer literate
- At least 1 years' experience in a healthcare setting in the NHS
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- 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 towards patients
- 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
- Ability to deal sensitively & compassionately with patients, some of whom may have received bad news
- Work in a logical methodical manner
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This advert is for Assistant Practitioner in Mammography with Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Armthorpe Road, Doncaster, DN2 5LT, United Kingdom, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Band 4 role. The advertised salary is £28,392 to £31,157 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Sep 2026.
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