# Mammographer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/mammographer/0aecced6-e0d5-453f-b0ca-d05cf3f60423 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/mammographer/0aecced6-e0d5-453f-b0ca-d05cf3f60423.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Poole - **Region:** South West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Radiographer - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £48,117 Banding dependent on qualifications held - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-16T09:00:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-02T15:22:26.918Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Dorset/Poole/University_Hospitals_Dorset_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Mammographer/Mammographer-v8032475 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8032475?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhd.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### 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. ## Job Details 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 ## Job Description 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. ## 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 ## Documents - [dbs - faqs (pdf, 102.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2417) - [uhd - radiographer - mammographer (band 5) jd (pdf, 1.1mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10320108) - [uhd - radiographer - mammographer (band 5) ps (pdf, 184.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10320109) - [uhd - senior radiographer - mammographer (band 6) ps (pdf, 88.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10320111) - [uhd - senior radiographer - mammographer (band 6) jd (pdf, 296.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10320110) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.