Specialist Radiographer in Mammography

York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is looking for a qualified mammographer to provide screenings across mobile and static units in North Yorkshire. The role involves delivering comprehensive patient care, supporting clinical assessments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates need a PG Certificate in Mammography or readiness for training, with priority given to female applicants due to service requirements. This position offers extensive benefits, including NHS pension and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Access to NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday, rising to 33 days

Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Essential: PG Certificate in Mammography, full training provided if not held.
• Experience with specific imaging equipment preferred.
• Female applicant required for a mobile single-sex service.

Responsibilities

• Provide mammography screenings on mobile and static units.
• Deliver symptomatic breast service including assessments and follow-ups.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Support clinical assessments and provide biopsy assistance.
• Read and interpret films under specialist guidance.

Skills

Experience with Hologic and SECTRA equipment

Ability to travel across North Yorkshire

Education

PG Certificate in Mammography

Job description

Job Summary

A vacancy at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The North Yorkshire Breast Imaging Unit is based in a purpose‑built facility that brings together Imaging, Outpatient Services, and the Multi‑Disciplinary Team under one roof. The ability to travel with equipment across North Yorkshire is an essential requirement for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide mammography screening on three mobile units covering over 21 locations, plus static units in York and Scarborough.
• Deliver comprehensive symptomatic breast service, including one‑stop assessment and follow‑up clinics.
• Collaborate with Surgery, Pathology, Oncology, and Breast Care Nursing colleagues for integrated patient care.
• Support clinical assessment with Breast Care Nurses and Advanced Practitioners, and provide biopsy support.
• Read and interpret film, participate in ultrasound and biopsy roles under specialist breast radiologists.

Qualifications

• PG Certificate in Mammography (if not held, a full training programme over 12–18 months will be provided).
• Experience with Hologic and SECTRA equipment preferred.
• Female applicant (exception to Equality Act 2010 due to the mobile single‑sex service).

Benefits

• Access to NHS Pension Scheme, including benefits for dependants.
• 27 days holiday, rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
• Variety of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Discounts on restaurants, shopping, cinema and other services.

This advert closes on Sunday 4 Jan 2026. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. Applicants are advised to submit their application at the earliest opportunity.