# Mammographer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/mammographer/1fd62047-e36b-4c44-b9bb-601ea70e1292 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/mammographer/1fd62047-e36b-4c44-b9bb-601ea70e1292.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Milton Keynes - **Region:** East of England - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Radiographer - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** £39,959 - £48,117 Per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-31T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-17T11:43:13.542Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Buckinghamshire/Milton_Keynes/Milton_Keynes_University_Hospital_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Breast_Screening/Breast_Screening-v8164483 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8164483?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Mammographer Department Breast Screening Band 6 £39,959 - £48,117 pro rata if part-time (subject to experience) Hours 37.5 per week, or part time posts available. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working The Diagnostic Imaging service at Milton Keynes University Hospital provides a breast screening (NHSBSP) and symptomatic imaging service for the population of Milton Keynes. This is delivered from both the static breast unit and mobile screening unit locations. The Imaging department invests in a high quality of patient care of which we are proud, and the local community has confidence. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to join the team in continuing to provide high quality care within the department. One Team. One Recovery | Allied Health Professionals @ MKUH - YouTube It is an exciting time to join the breast imaging team following the re-design of the unit, which has seen the installation of a third room with tomosynthesis and CESM and CESM biopsy and a newly designed staff hub. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute existing and transferable skills in this role. We are seeking applications from qualified, enthusiastic, caring and motivated mammographers to join our friendly multidisciplinary team, so you will need to be able to work collaboratively at all times. For an informal visit please contact Debbie Noble or Sandra Knox on 01908 996913 Interview 14 August 2026 ### Main duties of the job 'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute' 'Allied Health Professionals experience a high diverse and equal work environment, supporting this with 8.33 out of 10.' ''NHS Survey, 2024'' You will be a proactive team member who is willing to take on responsibility when needed and have a flexible approach to the needs of the department. This is essential as there is a requirement for evening and possible weekend work. Due to the nature of the role and to encourage women of all cultures and religions in our community to access breast screening all applicants must be female. This is deemed to be an occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, paragraph 1 and the Employment Statutory Code of Practices, Chapter 13, paragraphs 13.5-13. Please note that if your qualification is from overseas, you will need to provide a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability confirming that your qualification is equivalent to a level 7 postgraduate qualification. For more information, please refer to UK ENIC (UK National Information Centre for the recognition and evaluation of international qualifications and skills) website. To work as part of the Breast Care Unit multidisciplinary team providing a breast screening and symptomatic service for the population of Milton Keynes. This will include duties both on the Mobile Screening Unit and the Breast Care Unit in Milton Keynes Hospital, and will also include use of dedicated computer systems. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities This role involves working alongside assistant practitioners, supervising, and mentoring as required. To perform high quality diagnostic breast imaging to demonstrate or exclude breast cancer on all women attending the symptomatic or breast screening services, whilst maintaining a high standard of patient care. As a Senior Mammographer, you will be expected to lead by example and work independently in accordance with departmental Standard Operating procedures and be accountable for your own actions, liaising with the Breast Imaging Service Manager, as necessary. When working in the mobile screening unit you will be the lead specialist for breast screening, provide advice and assistance to colleagues as required. - Participate in the Breast Imaging Services staff rotation both on the Mobile Unit and at the Breast Care Unit and undertake all associated admin and clinical duties as required. - To transport clinic paperwork and other consumable items to and from distant sites in accordance with Caldicott principals and local guidelines. - To work autonomously within own specialist area, consulting senior staff as and when necessary and will be accountable for own professional actions. - Work swiftly and efficiently so that breast screening lists are completed in the allocated time and ensuring that Technical Repeat rates conform to NHSBSP standards of less than 3%. - To be responsible for the safe use of all digital mammographic equipment and its peripheries. - To be able to adapt mammography positioning technique according to client/patient requirements/limitations. Please refer to the Job Description for further details ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Demonstrate high personal levels of mammographic competency - Strong interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team - Ability to cope with unscheduled clinics to meet cancer targets - Ability to interpret and analyse complex information - Well-developed customer focus - Flexible and pragmatic approach to problems and working practices - Ability to develop strong working relationships and to motivate staff and others - Ability to work flexibly at short notice as service requirements dictate **Desirable** - Proactive attitude, promote and suggest new working initiatives - Knowledge of digital imaging systems - Knowledge of PACS and RIS ### Experience **Essential** - Relevant NHS experience as a Radiographer - Awareness and understanding of Cancer Reform Strategy - National Breast Screening Programme **Desirable** - Previous experience in mammography - Ability to participate fully in QA - To guide and mentor assistant practitioners/ trainee mammographers ### Communication **Essential** - Excellent interpersonal skills - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written ### Specific requirements **Essential** - Commitment to work regular evening shifts and weekend shifts as required **Desirable** - Must be able to drive ### Qualifications and knowledge **Essential** - BSc in Radiography or DCR(R) - HCPC Registration - Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography ### Personal and people development **Essential** - Evidence of Continuous Professional Development - Ability to work under stressful situations due to nature of post **Desirable** - Commitment to further personal development ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 232.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10465702) - [person specification (pdf, 112.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10465706) ## 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.