# Mammographer > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for NHS Professionals Limited. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/mammographer/b91efdf2-42ca-4080-9682-403cade7ebdf - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/mammographer/b91efdf2-42ca-4080-9682-403cade7ebdf.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** NHS Professionals Limited - **Town:** Southampton - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Radiographer - **Salary:** £24.82 an hour - **Contract type:** Fixed-Term - **Employment type:** Full-time - **Closing date:** 2026-09-22T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-22T11:04:32.983Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/M0042-26-0167?employerCode=M0042 - **Application URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/application/M0042-26-0167/pre-application-questions-pause?referrer=jobadvert&ref=M0042-26-0167 ## Job Content ### Job summary Job Title: Mammographer Trust: Bolton NHS Foundation Trust Location: Royal Bolton Hospital Ward: Breast Screening Pay Rates: £20.15 - £24.82 per hour as Band 6 and 7 roles available ### Main duties of the job NHS Professionals is a leading provider of staffing solutions within the UK's National Health Service, dedicated to connecting skilled healthcare professionals with trusted NHS trusts. We prioritise flexibility, career development, and work-life balance to support our staff in delivering exceptional patient care.Summary We are seeking dedicated Band 6 and 7 Clinical Imaging Specialist - Breast Imaging to join our team at NHS Professionals in the UK. This vital role involves performing high-quality mammography imaging to support early detection and diagnosis of breast health issues. Based in Sheffield, you will contribute to our mission of providing excellent healthcare services and supporting patient well-being. ### About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want ### Details - Date posted: 22 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £24.82 an hour - Contract: Fixed term - Duration: 8 months - Working pattern: Full-time - Reference number: M0042-26-0167 - Job locations: The Royal Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Farnworth, BOLTON, BL4 0JR, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities Department Breast Imaging / Breast Screening Service Lead Mammographer / Breast Imaging Manager / Superintendent Radiographer To provide a high-quality mammography service within the NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) and symptomatic breast services. The post holder will perform mammographic examinations safely, effectively, and compassionately while maintaining high professional and technical standards. Depending on experience and grade, the role may include advanced practice responsibilities, supervision, training, quality assurance, and participation in multidisciplinary working. - Perform high-quality mammographic examinations in accordance with NHS Breast Screening Programme standards. - Undertake screening and symptomatic mammography. - Produce diagnostic-quality images while minimising radiation dose. - Adapt positioning techniques to accommodate patients with varying physical abilities or clinical needs. - Provide compassionate care and support to anxious or distressed patients. - Ensure patient dignity, privacy, and informed consent are maintained at all times. - Recognise abnormal findings and follow appropriate escalation procedures within local protocols. - Communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds. - Explain procedures clearly and answer patient questions. - Support patients who may be experiencing pain, anxiety, or emotional distress. - Maintain confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and NHS policies. - Adhere to IR(ME)R and IRR regulations. - Participate in quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) programmes. - Report equipment faults promptly. - Maintain accurate patient records using PACS, RIS, NBSS, and other clinical systems. - Comply with infection prevention and control policies. - Maintain HCPC registration and CPD portfolio. - Work within the Society and College of Radiographers Code of Professional Conduct. - Participate in departmental audits and service improvement initiatives. - Attend mandatory training and professional development activities. Band 7 Mammographers will also: - Provide clinical leadership within the mammography team. - Supervise and mentor Band 5/6 radiographers and assistant practitioners. - Deliver training for students and newly qualified staff. - Participate in recruitment and appraisal processes. - Lead or contribute to audit, research, and quality improvement projects. - Assist in protocol development and implementation. - Support service planning and operational management. - Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings. - Act as a role model for professional practice. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Significant post-qualification mammography experience. - Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience. - Experience mentoring students or junior staff. - Participation in audit and service development. - Experience performing screening and/or symptomatic mammography. - Knowledge of NHS Breast Screening Programme standards. - Experience using PACS and RIS systems. **Desirable** - Mobile screening experience. - Tomosynthesis experience. - Quality assurance participation. ### Qualifications **Essential** - BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent) - HCPC Registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer - Postgraduate Certificate in Mammography (or equivalent recognised qualification) - Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) **Desirable** - Reporting qualification (where applicable) - Leadership or management qualification (Band 7) - Teaching or assessor qualification ## 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.