Mammographer

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Milton Keynes is seeking a Mammographer to join their Diagnostic Imaging team. The role requires HCPC registration and a postgraduate certificate in Mammography. Responsibilities include ensuring quality care in breast imaging and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. This part-time position includes flexible working hours with a salary range of £38,682 to £46,580 per annum, pro-rata for 19 hours per week.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Radiographer.
• Postgraduate qualification in Mammography.
• Relevant NHS experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in staff rotation between Mobile and Breast Care Unit.
• Ensure timely completion of breast screening lists.
• Adapt mammography techniques as needed.

Skills

Mammographic competency

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work on initiative

Knowledge of digital imaging systems

Education

BSc in Radiography or DCR(R)

HCPC Registration

Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

Go back Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Mammographer

The closing date is 07 January 2026

Hours: 19 hrs per week, (Tues 08.30-16.30, Weds 08.30-13.00, Thurs 08.00-16.30), all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

The Diagnostic Imaging service at Milton Keynes University Hospital provides a breast screening (NHSBSP) and symptomatic imaging service for the population of Milton Keynes. This is delivered from both the static breast unit and mobile screening unit locations.

The Imaging department invests in a high quality of patient care of which we are proud, and the local community has confidence.

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It is an exciting time to join the breast imaging team following the re-design of the unit, which has seen the installation of a third room with tomosynthesis and CESM and CESM biopsy and a newly designed staff hub.

We are seeking applications from qualified, enthusiastic, caring and motivated mammographers to join our friendly multidisciplinary team, so you will need to be able to work collaboratively at all times. You will be a proactive team member who is willing to take on responsibility when needed and have a flexible approach to the needs of the department. This is essential as there is a requirement for evening and possible weekend work.

For an informal visit please contact Debbie Noble or Sandra Knox on 01908 996913

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Main duties of the job

You will be a HCPC registered Radiographer and hold a UK regulated level 7 postgraduate qualification in Mammography. Please note that if your qualification is from overseas, you will need to provide a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability confirming that your qualification is equivalent to a level 7 postgraduate qualification.

Due to the nature of the role and to encourage women of all cultures and religions in our community to access breast screening all applicants must be female. This is deemed to be an occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, paragraph 1 and the Employment Statutory Code of Practices, Chapter 13, paragraphs 13.5-13.

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children\'s Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Job responsibilities

Main duties and responsibilities

• Participate in the Breast Imaging Services staff rotation both on the Mobile Unit and at the Breast Care Unit and undertake all associated admin and clinical duties as required.
• To transport clinic paperwork and other consumable items to and from distant sites in accordance with Caldicott principals and local guidelines.
• To work autonomously within own specialist area, consulting senior staff as and when necessary and will be accountable for own professional actions.
• Work swiftly and efficiently so that breast screening lists are completed in the allocated time and ensuring that Technical Repeat rates conform to NHSBSP standards of less than 3%.
• To be responsible for the safe use of all digital mammographic equipment and its peripheries.
• To be able to adapt mammography positioning technique according to client/patient requirements/limitations.
• Please refer to the Job Description for further details

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

• BSc in Radiography or DCR(R)
• HCPC Registration
• Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography

Experience

• Relevant NHS experience as a Radiographer
• Awareness and understanding of Cancer Reform Strategy
• National Breast Screening Programme
• Previous experience in mammography
• Ability to participate fully in QA
• To guide and mentor assistant practitioners/ trainee mammographers

Skills

• Demonstrate high personal levels of mammographic competency
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to cope with unscheduled clinics to meet cancer targets
• Ability to interpret and analyse complex information
• Flexible and pragmatic approach to problems and working practices
• Ability to develop strong working relationships and to motivate staff and others
• Ability to work flexibly at short notice as service requirements dictate
• Knowledge of PACS and RIS
• Proactive attitude, promote and suggest new working initiatives
• Knowledge of digital imaging systems

Personal and people development

• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
• Ability to work under stressful situations due to nature of post
• Commitment to further personal development

Communication

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Specific requirements

• Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
• Commitment to work regular evening shifts and weekend shifts as required
• Must be able to drive.

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.

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

£38,682 to £46,580 a yearPer annum pro rata