Specialist Radiographer - Mammography | University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is looking for enthusiastic Qualified Mammographers to join their team. Trainee Mammographers are welcome to apply, along with Diagnostic Radiographers keen to specialize in Mammography. The role includes traveling across multiple sites in Lancashire and South Cumbria to provide well-woman screening and symptomatic imaging services. This position presents a unique opportunity for growth in a supportive environment catering to women's health.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mammographers welcome.
• Trainee Mammographers can apply.
• Diagnostic Radiographers willing to specialize in Mammography.

Responsibilities

• Join a team for mammography services.
• Provide a well-woman screening service.
• Work across multiple healthcare premises.

Job description

Overview

We are looking for enthusiastic Qualified Mammographers to join our team.

Trainee Mammographers are welcome to apply. Diagnostic Radiographers looking to specialise in Mammography and who are willing to complete the Pg Cert in Mammography will also be considered.

Pay and progression

• 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.

Equality and eligibility

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).

Locations and service description

• Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow
• Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI)
• Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal
• Community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre

FGH and the RLI offer a range of General Hospital services, including full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides General Hospital services with an Urgent Treatment Centre to address non-life-threatening conditions. All three main hospitals provide planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery, with local outreach services and diagnostics across Morecambe Bay.

We provide 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 and three static sites at:

• Royal Lancaster Infirmary
• Westmorland General Hospital
• Furness General Hospital
• Mobile Screening Van serving the Blackpool, Fleetwood, Preston, Lytham and Poulton le Fylde region

Successful candidates will travel across Lancashire and South Cumbria in close proximity to the Lake District. We are equipped with GE Pristina and 3D Mammography sets with stereotactic biopsy capabilities. While the role is based at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary, there is a requirement to work across all screening sites to meet service needs. The role also entails providing a symptomatic imaging service.

Candidates are welcome to arrange a visit to our Breast Unit to discuss a potential move into Mammography.

This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025.