Radiographers

Overview

Breast Test Wales plans, provides, manages and evaluates the NHS Breast Screening Programme in Wales. The North Wales Region based at Llandudno and Wrexham employs approximately 29 Mammographic staff, comprising Clinical Specialist Radiographers, Advanced Practitioners, Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Clinical Imaging Support Workers.

The post will involve travelling to and working on mobile units with some requirement for overnight stays. Newly and recently qualified Radiographers will be required to work at least 12 months before commencing the post graduate MSc. module in Mammography and, after successfully completing, will be upgraded to Band
6. There will also be a requirement to participate in rostered weekend working as necessary to meet the needs of the service.

As an organisation, BTW positively supports advanced practice, with established routes for Radiographers to become Advanced Practitioners/Consultant Radiographers according to service need.

The post is exempt under Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1. Due to the nature of the role this sentence has been removed to reflect inclusive recruitment practices.

Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales'. We play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.

We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis. For more information about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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We are committed to fair, transparent recruitment and believe in equality of opportunity in our workplace and will not tolerate discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, religion or belief, race or nationality, marriage or civil partnership status, sex, sexual orientation, working pattern, caring responsibilities, trade union activity or political beliefs — or on any other grounds. We welcome applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements.

The salary scale shown is for a full-time member of staff, with the amount adjusted pro rata for those working less than 37.5 hours per week. Following NHS Wales Pay Progression Policy, pay progression is determined by annual Performance and Development Reviews. An Incremental Credit may be considered based on evidenced service and/or relevant experience.

Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted in Welsh will be treated no less favourably than an English application. We particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers. The North Wales region has 2 static screening centres with screening and assessment clinic facilities and operates 3 Mobile Screening Units providing local screening services across North Wales. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable;
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

• Postgraduate MSc module in Mammography (holding or studying towards).
• Post holders will typically be upgraded to Band 6 after completion of the MSc module, following service requirements.
• Newly and recently qualified Radiographers will be required to work at least 12 months before commencing the post graduate module.
• Travel to and work on mobile units with some overnight stays.
• Participation in rostered weekend working as necessary to meet service needs.
• The North Wales region includes 2 static screening centres and 3 Mobile Screening Units.
• The ability to speak Welsh is desirable;
  Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.