About this role
Job summary
As a Specialist Radiographer working in this newly updated and prestigious Breast unit at Prince Philip Hospital, Mammographers work within a busy one-stop breast clinic providing a highly specialised diagnostic service as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
The department benefits from the use of our recently updated Hologic Dimensions equipment along with a Vacuum Assisted Breast Biopsy system.
As a Mammographer, you will perform specialised radiographic examinations of the breast and assist with specialised interventional procedures such as breast wire localisation and vacuum assisted biopsy procedures.
You will work alongside a well established and experienced team of Mammographers, Clinicians and other breast unit staff.
Main duties of the job
To perform routine radiographic and more specialised mammography examinations on their own caseload of patients, assess the resulting images and recording the necessary information in PACS and Soliton.
The post holder will require the necessary CPD evidence, experience and training to undertake these duties.
To undertake diagnostic radiographic examinations.
To act as IR(ME)R practitioner and operator for radiological procedures within their scope of practice.
To operate a wide range of expensive, specialized imaging equipment safely and appropriately.
To ensure all relevant safety checks are made before proceeding with any examination.
To comply with IR(ME)R employer procedures, IR local rules and Health Board policies and procedures.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 10/06/2026.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
BSc Radiography (or recognised equivalent) Post graduate certificate in Mammography HCPC registration Short specialist courses or experience to postgraduate diploma level Qualified to use different equipment and x-ray techniques
Desirable
Understanding of specialist radiography procedures and PACS Post Graduate qualification
Experience Essential
Radiographer skills Substantial experience in performing mammography examinations Supervising and Training Radiographers
Desirable
Previous NHS experience Experience of assisting with advanced mammographic procedures such as Vacuum Assisted Biopsies and Contrast Enhanced Mammography Evidence of role development
Language Skills Desirable
Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address Prince Philip Hospital
Bryngwyn Mawr
Llanelli
SA14 8QF
Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)