Job Description

The closing date is 20th Jul 2025

Job summary

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Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Breast Clinician to join its dynamic and supportive Breast Care team, primarily based at Musgrove Park Hospital, with services also delivered at Yeovil District Hospital. The successful candidate will be an experienced and independent medical practitioner with at least 12 years of post-qualification experience and a minimum of 6 years in Breast Care.


If the applicant does not meet the Specialist criteria, their application will be considered, with adjusted duties and pay scale to align to the Specialty Doctor Terms & Conditions & contract.


This role involves delivering high-quality diagnostic and clinical breast services, including breast imaging (ultrasound and mammography), interventional procedures, family history and genetic risk assessments, and active participation in multi-disciplinary team discussions. The postholder will also contribute to teaching, clinical governance, audit, service development, and potentially research. There is no on-call commitment.


You will be part of a forward-thinking Trust dedicated to providing outstanding, integrated care in a supportive and inclusive environment, offering professional development opportunities and an excellent quality of life in the heart of Somerset.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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As a Specialist Breast Clinician at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality breast care services. Your responsibilities will include:


Clinical Care

Assess, diagnose and manage patients with breast conditions across both screening and symptomatic services. Interpret and report breast imaging (ultrasound and mammography) and perform interventional procedures such as biopsies. Lead and support Family History and Very High-Risk (VHR) breast services, including genetic risk assessment and appropriate referrals.

Multidisciplinary Team Working

Actively participate in weekly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings for both primary and metastatic breast cancer. Collaborate with radiologists, breast surgeons, oncologists, pathologists, and other members of the breast care team to ensure coordinated and patient-centred care.

Leadership and Service Development

Contribute to the development of clinical protocols, guidelines and service improvement initiatives. Participate in quality improvement projects, audit, and departmental management activities. Take on leadership roles within the team and represent the department in wider Trust initiatives, as appropriate.

Education and Training

Provide supervision and teaching to junior doctors, specialty doctors, medical students and allied health professionals. Contribute to the delivery and development of the breast care teaching programme and wider clinical education.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For the detailed job description and full person specification please refer to the attached.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Primary Medical Degree (e.g., MBBS or equivalent).


Full registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC).


Member of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS) or equivalent recognised postgraduate qualification.


Completion of the Breast Clinician Credential training programme or equivalent evidenced experience and competencies in breast care, including clinical and imaging skills.


A minimum of 12 years' medical experience since obtaining a primary medical qualification (can be continuous or aggregate).


At least 6 years' experience in breast care at Specialty Doctor or equivalent level (UK or overseas).


Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in line with GMC requirements.

Experience

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Essential

Significant clinical experience in breast care, including:


Breast imaging (mammography and ultrasound interpretation).


Clinical breast examination and patient assessment.


Interventional procedures, such as image-guided biopsies.


Experience in the management of both benign and malignant breast disease.


Experience in family history assessment and genetic risk evaluation.


Demonstrated ability to work independently and autonomously in clinical decision-making.


Evidence of leadership or active involvement in:


Quality improvement or audit projects.


Development of clinical guidelines or protocols.


Service innovation or change management.


Experience working within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) environment.


Evidence of active participation in clinical governance and service development.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Arabella Watkins


Arabella.Watkins@somersetft.nhs.uk

Pay scheme

Hospital Medical and Dental

Band

Specialist

Salary

100870.00 to 111441.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-Time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-SURG-2809

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA