Band 6 Senior Radiographer-Mammographer
Closing date: 26 June 2026.
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust – South Birmingham Breast Screening Programme, providing breast symptomatic services across Birmingham and Solihull. The role will be primarily based at the South Birmingham Breast Screening Unit and its associated mobile screening units, with occasional duties at Good Hope and Solihull Hospitals.
An excellent opportunity for a dedicated, hard‑working Radiographer‑Mammographer. This is not a training post.
Applicants must hold a Postgraduate Award in Mammography, a Radiography Degree (or equivalent), and have experience working in Breast Screening and symptomatic Breast Services.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will perform high‑standard mammography examinations in accordance with local protocols, support the breast services team for both screening and symptomatic services, and contribute to the smooth running of the clinics. Responsibilities include working with the wider breast team (mammographers, assistant practitioners, imaging department assistants) and supporting training and development of team members across digital mammography, image‑guided interventional procedures, and digital imaging.
Qualifications
* Radiography Degree or Diploma of the College of Radiographers
* Postgraduate Certificate in Mammography
* State‑registered radiographer
* Professional knowledge acquired through degree plus short specialist courses (e.g., IV cannulation, QA, Assessor, teaching/training/supervision) and/or experience to post‑graduate diploma level or equivalent in Mammography
Experience
* Experience in breast screening
* Understanding and knowledge of current techniques and equipment used in breast imaging
* Evidence of up‑to‑date technical knowledge
* Wide range of practical experience
* Evidence of team leadership skills
* Knowledge of NHS BSP
Additional criteria
* Ability to work well under pressure/stressful conditions
* Ability to work as part of a team and to work on own initiative
* Ability to train and influence colleagues
* Ability to problem‑solve
* Ability to participate in audit activities
* Demonstration of good interpersonal skills
* Effective organisational skills
* Desire to perform well both professionally and personally
* Caring, empathetic approach to patients/carers
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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