Specialist Radiographer - Mammography

NHS; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK healthcare provider is seeking a Specialist Radiographer - Mammography. The role involves working across various sites in Lancashire and South Cumbria, providing screening services. Applicants must have a BSc in Radiography, HCPC registration, and experience as a Diagnostic Radiographer. A competitive salary between £38,682 and £46,580 per annum, pro-rata, is offered. Part-time applicants are welcome.

Qualifications

• Evidence of CPD required.
• Clinical experience as a Diagnostic Radiographer is essential.
• Experience in NHS Breast Screening and Symptomatic services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammography and symptomatic imaging services.
• Provide services across Lancashire and South Cumbria.
• Ensure compliance with national health promotion guidance.

Skills

Confident with IT systems including PACS/RIS

Education

BSc Radiography or equivalent

HCPC Registration

Post Graduate Award in Mammography

Job description

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Specialist Radiographer - Mammography

The closing date is 15 October 2025

We are looking for enthusiastic Qualified Mammographers to join our team. Trainee Mammographers are welcome to apply - we will accept applications from Diagnostic Radiographers looking to specialise in Mammography and are willing to complete the Pg Cert in Mammography.

Trainee Mammographers will be paid a trainee salary: Pay will be Annex U/21:

• Year 1 - 60% of the top of a Band 6
• Year 2 - 65% of the top of a Band 6
• Year 3 - 70% of the top of a Band 6
• Year 4 - 75% of the top of a Band 6

Part-time applicants would be considered.

Previous Applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

Due to the current national guidance on Health Promotion within Breast Screening, this opportunity is open to female applicants only. This provision applies under the Equality Act 2010 (and an equality impact assessment has been completed).

About us

We operate from three main hospitals - Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life-threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

Job responsibilities

We provide both a well-woman screening service (NHSBSP) and a busy symptomatic imaging service. The North Lancashire and South Cumbria Breast Screening Service invites around 117,000 women every three years for screening. The service has two mobile units, as well as three static sites at:

• Westmorland General Hospital
• Furness General Hospital
• Mobile Screening Van which rotates around the Blackpool, Fleetwood, Preston, Lytham and Poulton le Fylde region

Successful candidates will travel across Lancashire and South Cumbria in close proximity to the scenic Lake District. We are well equipped with new GE Pristina and 3D Mammography sets, with stereotactic biopsy capabilities.

Whilst the role would be based at Royal Lancaster Infirmary, there would be a requirement to work across all screening sites to meet the need of the service. The role will also entail providing a symptomatic imaging service.

Person Specification

Qualification

• BSc Radiography or equivalent
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of CPD
• Post Graduate Award in Mammography

Experience

• Clinical experience as a Diagnostic Radiographer
• NHS Breast Screening and Symptomatic experience
• Evidence of mentoring

Skills

• Confident with IT systems including PACS/RIS

Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 a year Per Annum Pro Rata