Job overview
The Dorset Breast Screening Unit (DBSU) as part of the University Hospital Dorset Trust screens approximately 43,000 women per year as part of the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme. The Trust also provides symptomatic services based at Poole Hospital and the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. DBSU is fully digital with eight mammography units (three being mobile), four having tomosynthesis.
We are currently looking for a Band 6 mammographer and would welcome applications from experienced mammographers and newly qualified radiographers who are passionate about breast imaging. If relevant, training will be given for the right candidate to achieve a post graduate award in mammography.
The banding would be dependent upon training required and experience (Band 6 if qualified in mammography or Band 5 at trainee level - progressing to Band 6 on qualification and completion of probation period where required and competencies).
This role required HCPC registration
Base Location: Cross Sites - Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital
Interview Date: Thursday, 23rd July 2026
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team undertaking screening mammography to the high standard required by the NHS Breast Screening Service on mobile and static units that form the Dorset Breast Screening Unit (DBSU). They will also provide specialist imaging and high-quality service in both assessment and symptomatic breast clinics at Poole and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals. The department is forward thinking and has always encouraged advanced practice. We currently have four substantive Consultant Radiographers and a team of advanced practitioners in various specialties who contribute to the development of the Breast Imaging Services in the Trust. We are actively involved in a wide range of research projects, both locally and nationally and have a partnership with a local University offering teaching on their Breast MSc pathway.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and service-focused individual, willing to work with a wide range of disciplines and professionals at all levels within the organisations. Full details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification documents.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the relevant job description and person specification for the full duties, roles and responsibilities of the position.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Full UK Driving Licence
Experience
Essential
- NHS Experience
Desirable
- Breast Screening experience
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc In Radiography or equivalent
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Teaching qualification or similar
- Certificate of Competence in Mammography (or equivalent)
Technical skills
Essential
- Recording and reporting skills
- Evidence of organisational skills
- Ability to use Microsoft office package to an acceptable standard
Desirable
- Teaching experience
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This advert is for Mammographer with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £48,117 Banding dependent on qualifications held. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Jul 2026.
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