Mammographer

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Professionals in the UK is seeking a Band 6/7 Clinical Imaging Specialist – Breast Imaging in Sheffield. You will perform high-quality mammography to support early breast health detection, with potential advanced practice and leadership responsibilities.

The role emphasizes patient-centred care, QA/QC participation, and collaboration with the Breast Imaging Service and MDTs.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification mammography experience.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience mentoring students or junior staff.
• Participation in audit and service development.
• Experience performing screening and/or symptomatic mammography.
• Knowledge of NHS Breast Screening Programme standards.
• Experience using PACS and RIS systems.
• Mobile screening experience.
• Tomosynthesis experience.
• Quality assurance participation.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality mammographic examinations in accordance with NHS Breast Screening Programme standards.
• Undertake screening and symptomatic mammography.
• Produce diagnostic-quality images while minimising radiation dose.
• Adapt positioning techniques to accommodate patients with varying physical abilities or clinical needs.
• Provide compassionate care and support to anxious or distressed patients.
• Ensure patient dignity, privacy, and informed consent at all times.
• Provide clinical leadership within the mammography team.
• Supervise and mentor Band 5/6 radiographers and assistant practitioners.
• Lead audits, research, and quality improvement projects.
• Participate in MDT meetings.

Skills

Mammography experience

Leadership experience

Mentoring students

Audit participation

Clinical imaging

Education

BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography

HCPC Registration

Postgraduate Certificate in Mammography

Teaching or assessor qualification

Tools

PACS

RIS

NBSS

Tomosynthesis

Job description

We are seeking dedicated Band 6 and 7 Clinical Imaging Specialist – Breast Imaging to join our team at NHS Professionals in the UK. This vital role involves performing high-quality mammography imaging to support early detection and diagnosis of breast health issues. Based in Sheffield, you will contribute to our mission of providing excellent healthcare services and supporting patient well‑being. Department: Breast Imaging / Breast Screening Service. Reports To: Lead Mammographer / Breast Imaging Manager / Superintendent Radiographer.

Job Purpose

To provide a high-quality mammography service within the NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) and symptomatic breast services. The post holder will perform mammographic examinations safely, effectively, and compassionately while maintaining high professional and technical standards. Depending on experience and grade, the role may include advanced practice responsibilities, supervision, training, quality assurance, and participation in multidisciplinary working.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality mammographic examinations in accordance with NHS Breast Screening Programme standards.
• Undertake screening and symptomatic mammography.
• Produce diagnostic-quality images while minimising radiation dose.
• Adapt positioning techniques to accommodate patients with varying physical abilities or clinical needs.
• Provide compassionate care and support to anxious or distressed patients.
• Ensure patient dignity, privacy, and informed consent are maintained at all times.
• Recognise abnormal findings and follow appropriate escalation procedures within local protocols.

Patient Care

• Communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Explain procedures clearly and answer patient questions.
• Support patients who may be experiencing pain, anxiety, or emotional distress.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and NHS policies.

Quality & Safety

• Adhere to IR(ME)R and IRR regulations.
• Participate in quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) programmes.
• Report equipment faults promptly.
• Maintain accurate patient records using PACS, RIS, NBSS, and other clinical systems.
• Comply with infection prevention and control policies.

Professional Practice

• Maintain HCPC registration and CPD portfolio.
• Work within the Society and College of Radiographers Code of Professional Conduct.
• Participate in departmental audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Attend mandatory training and professional development activities.

Additional Responsibilities (Band 7)

• Provide clinical leadership within the mammography team.
• Supervise and mentor Band 5/6 radiographers and assistant practitioners.
• Deliver training for students and newly qualified staff.
• Participate in recruitment and appraisal processes.
• Lead or contribute to audit, research, and quality improvement projects.
• Assist in protocol development and implementation.
• Support service planning and operational management.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
• Act as a role model for professional practice.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification mammography experience.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience mentoring students or junior staff.
• Participation in audit and service development.
• Experience performing screening and/or symptomatic mammography.
• Knowledge of NHS Breast Screening Programme standards.
• Experience using PACS and RIS systems.
• Mobile screening experience.
• Tomosynthesis experience.
• Quality assurance participation.
• BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent).
• HCPC Registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
• Postgraduate Certificate in Mammography (or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD), Reporting qualification (where applicable).
• Leadership or management qualification (Band 7).
• Teaching or assessor qualification.