
Job requirements
Essential
7 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
HCPC registration.
- Qualifications
Diploma of the Society of Radiographers (or higher qualification).
- Qualifications
Certificate of Competence in Mammography.
- Qualifications
Extensive post-qualification experience within Mammography and Breast Screening.
- Qualifications
Proven leadership or supervisory experience within a mammography service.
- Qualifications
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Qualifications
A passion for delivering outstanding patient care and service excellence.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Role: Mammography Superintendent
Location: Lister Hospital Breast Services at The Chelsea Outpatient Centre and Chiswick Medical Centre
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Shifts: 7.5-hour shifts between 8am and 8pm (weekend participation required; on-call desirable but not essential)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on skills and experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare and the ability to buy and sell annual leave.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mammography Superintendent to lead our Breast Imaging Services across the Lister Hospital Campus, including The Chelsea Outpatient Centre and Chiswick Medical Centre rated "outstanding" by the CQC.
The Lister Hospital and its outpatient centres are located in the heart of Chelsea, and have consistently provided care and treatment in London for over 30 years. We offer access to leading consultants from London's top teaching hospitals and contemporary treatment, with several highly specialised units including fertility, gastroenterology medicine and orthopaedics and surgery. With 60 beds across three floors, we offer a specialised service, bespoke to our patient’s needs. Our six-bed critical care unit provides dedicated specialised care to seriously ill patients with a range of surgical or medical conditions. In addition to this we have a 13 bedded acute medical unit.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Mammographer looking to take the next step in their leadership career within one of the UK's leading private healthcare providers. As Mammography Superintendent, you will oversee the delivery of a high-quality, patient-focused breast imaging service, ensuring exceptional clinical standards, operational efficiency and an outstanding patient experience.
Working closely with the Imaging leadership team, you will lead the day-to-day running of the Breast Imaging Unit, supporting and developing a team of Mammographers while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement. You will play a key role in maintaining high levels of clinical governance, ensuring staff competencies are upheld and that the service remains aligned with best practice and regulatory requirements.
As a senior member of the wider Radiology team, you will contribute to the ongoing development and strategic direction of the breast imaging service. From supporting service improvements and workforce development initiatives to helping shape future growth plans, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both patient care and service delivery.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What You'll Bring:
- HCPC registration.
- Diploma of the Society of Radiographers (or higher qualification).
- Certificate of Competence in Mammography.
- Extensive post-qualification experience within Mammography and Breast Screening.
- Proven leadership or supervisory experience within a mammography service.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A passion for delivering outstanding patient care and service excellence.
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Mammography Superintendent you’ll be eligible for:
- 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
- Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
- Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
- Group Life Assurance from day one
- Critical illness cover
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
- Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
- Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
- Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Culture and values
At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.
Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:
- Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual
- Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion
- Honesty, integrity and fairness: - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness
- Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity
Reasonable adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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