Bank Mammographer | Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Swindon seeks a qualified Mammographer to join the Bank for regular sessions. This role involves working at both a Breast Centre and mobile units across Wiltshire, focusing on routine and specialist mammographic examinations. Responsibilities include patient assessments, managing clinic operations, and assisting Radiologists. This position offers either full or part-time hours, with regular travel required. If you're committed to providing excellent patient care, we invite you to apply. The advert closes on Friday 2 Jan 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mammographer with experience in breast units.
• Ability to work independently at a senior level.
• Valid UK driving licence for mobile units.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialist mammography and routine screening.
• Manage clinic operations and patient care.
• Assist Radiologists during procedures.

Skills

Mammography skills

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Relevant Radiography qualification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Digital imaging systems

Job description

We are seeking a qualified Mammographer with experience of working in a breast unit to join us on the Bank for regular sessions.

The role encompasses working both at the Breast Centre at The Great Western Hospital and on the service’s two mobile units which travel around Wiltshire on a three‑year round plan.

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out routine breast screening and more specialist mammographic examinations required in screening assessment clinics and symptomatic breast clinics. The post is that of a senior grade and so duties will encompass some managerial and supervisory tasks.

The post will be a Bank position either full time (37.5 hours per week) or part time (in full days) as agreed with applicant, principally within 8.30‑5.30 normal working hours but you will have the opportunity to cover some limited evening and weekend work.

Responsibilities

1. Independently assess each patient and perform specialist mammography at the speed and technical skill level demanded by the service, adapting radiographic techniques according to the needs of the patient.
2. Work at a band 6 senior Radiographer level, taking responsibility for the smooth running of clinics and workload management.
3. Provide an excellent standard of care to women attending for mammography.
4. Be sufficiently informed and professionally competent to identify and address patients’ information needs with respect to breast awareness and other health issues.
5. Carry out discussion with the patient regarding clinical implications and outcomes, dealing appropriately with complex, sensitive or contentious information on a regular basis.
6. Assist the Radiologist with ultrasound examinations and take a lead role in patient care and clinical support during interventional procedures, including image‑guided biopsies in the assessment and symptomatic clinics.
7. Meet the psychological needs of anxious patients undergoing biopsies and carry out basic nursing procedures to dress puncture sites and give after‑care advice.
8. Support patients and relatives who may be in a distressed or anxious state with sensitivity and empathy.
9. Carry out and record routine quality control procedures, equipment tests and report any adverse occurrences to the nominated QA radiographer or line manager.
10. Assist with the transfer and management of digital images.
11. Travel regularly to the mobile screening units when required; must have own transport and a valid full UK driving licence or equivalent.
12. Transport data sticks, paperwork and other items to and from the mobile units daily, ensuring any patient identifiable data is stored adequately in accordance with PIAG section 60 and in relation to security.

“Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect – are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined‑up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.”

Advert closes on Friday 2 Jan 2026.