About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified Mammographer to join the friendly, dynamic multi-disciplinary team at James Paget Breast Unit. Our service delivers both breast screening and symptomatic mammography, utilising state-of-the-art fully digital tomosynthesis equipment across two dedicated mammography rooms, alongside a mobile breast screening unit providing vital screening services within the community.
As part of this dedicated team, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, patient-centred mammography service, supporting women at every stage of their diagnostic journey. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming and supportive department, committed to providing a first-class service while actively encouraging continuous professional development, role extension, and career progression.
This varied role includes working on the mobile breast screening unit, which operates across the Great Yarmouth and Waveney area. Due to the nature of this community-based service, a full driving licence and access to a car are essential, as locations may not always be accessible via public transport.
Main duties of the job
As a Mammographer, you will deliver high-quality four-view mammography for both breast screening and symptomatic services, producing images that meet the highest diagnostic standards while ensuring a positive, safe, and patient-centred experience. You will work efficiently within service timeframes, maintaining professionalism and compassion at all times.
You will review relevant clinical history, explain procedures clearly, obtain informed consent, and provide timely advice, reassurance, and emotional support throughout the patient journey, particularly during assessment and diagnostic clinics where sensitivity is essential.
The role includes contributing to the training, supervision, and practical development of student mammographers and other staff as required, supporting learning in line with Trust and professional standards. You will work flexibly to meet service needs, including participation in evening and weekend lists and working across static and mobile screening environments.
You will practice in full accordance with NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) guidelines, quality standards, and performance measures, and adhere to national and local policies and protocols. Effective, empathetic communication with patients, colleagues, and the public is central to the role. You will also comply fully with Trust Health and Safety policies and consistently demonstrate and promote the Trust's values and behaviours as a professional ambassador for JPUH
About us
At James Paget University Hospital, we are passionate about attracting the best and brightest people to join our Trust, and that starts from the very moment you apply. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to supporting you throughout every stage of your career. We believe that by investing in our people--through learning, development, and opportunity--we enable you to reach your full potential while delivering outstanding care to our patients.
Located on the beautiful Norfolk coast, James Paget University Hospital serves the communities of Great Yarmouth, Waveney, and surrounding areas, combining the benefits of a large acute hospital with a supportive, close-knit feel. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, welcoming organisation where innovation, compassion, and teamwork thrive. With strong links to education, research, and regional healthcare partners, we offer an environment where you can grow professionally while enjoying an exceptional quality of life outside of work.
Whether you are developing specialist skills, extending your role, or aspiring to leadership, you will be supported every step of the way at the James Paget--because when our staff succeed, so do our patients.
Job description Job responsibilities As a Mammographer at James Paget Breast Unit, you will deliver highquality fourview mammography for both breast screening and symptomatic services, ensuring excellent diagnostic standards and a compassionate, patientcentred experience. You will review clinical history, explain procedures, obtain informed consent, and provide appropriate support and reassurance throughout the patient pathway. The role includes working in line with NHS Breast Screening Programme guidelines, contributing to training and supervision of students where required, participating in flexible working patterns, and consistently upholding Trust policies, health and safety standards, and values. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifcations Essential
Demonstrable post qualification experience in diagnostic radiography HCPC Registration Certificate of Competence in mammography OR post graduate award in mammography practice
Desirable
Good command of the English language with a good standard of literacy and numeracy Evidence of recent relevant CPD
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Knowledge of Breast Screening Programme Understands the importance of confidentiality Mammography experience
Desirable
Understanding of principles of quality assurance
Skills Essential
Communication skills, both written and verbal Able to work well as a member of a Team
Desirable
Demonstrates ability to be tactful and diplomatic
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.
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 James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address James Paget University Hospital
Beccles Road
Gorleston
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)