About this role
Job summary
The band 6 Mammographer will play a key role in delivering a high-quality, efficient breast screening and diagnostic imaging service within the Breast Unit. The postholder will perform the full range of mammographic procedures independently, applying professional judgement and technical expertise to produce accurate diagnostic images while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and dignity. They will provide clear explanations to patients, assess clinical needs, adapt techniques to individual circumstances, and give provisional reports on screening mammograms in line with established protocols.
The role also includes supporting and guiding colleagues, supervising radiographers, students and assistants, and contributing to multidisciplinary team meetings. The postholder will assist the Superintendent Radiographer with operational efficiency, clinical audits, and service improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with clinical governance, safety standards, and radiation protection legislation.
This position requires a motivated professional who can combine technical excellence with compassion, clear communication, and teamwork. The successful candidate will champion continuous improvement, maintain CPD, and actively support the Trusts values of respect, collaboration, and patient-centred care, ensuring the service continues to meet the needs of both screening and symptomatic patients.
Main duties of the job
Are you an experienced Mammographer ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Band 6 Mammographer to join our welcoming and professional team within the Breast Unit at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Our Breast Unit delivers high-quality diagnostic breast imaging for both the NHS Breast Screening Programme and the symptomatic breast service, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, timely, and patient-centred care. In this role, you will independently carry out the full range of mammographic procedures, offer clinical guidance to colleagues, and contribute to ongoing service development. You will also have opportunities to engage in audit, training, and multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring our patients receive the very best standards of care.
We are looking for a qualified Mammographer with a Certificate of Competence in Mammography and significant clinical experience. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, work confidently both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development.
This role is based at Barnsley Hospital and our state-of-the-art Community Diagnostic Centre in Barnsley. In return, we offer a supportive environment, continuous training, and the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our patients.
About us
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction
We reserve the right to close positions early
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Description forSenior I Mammographer
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Current state registration Participation in CPD Certificate of competence in Mammography DCR(R) or BSc Radiography
Knowledge and Awareness Essential
Knowledge of radiation protection legislation Knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
Skills and Abilities Essential
High standard of practical radiographic skills Ability to work effectively within a team Good interpersonal skills Good communication skills Good Organisational skills Able to demonstrate commitment Ability to work under pressure and in difficult conditions
Experience Essential
Significant extensive clinical experience Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
Experience of NHS breast screening programme
Personal Attributes Essential
Female Smart appearance Pleasant and helpful manner
Desirable
Desire to further ones career
Trust Values Essential
Please describe in around 100 words: What does Equality & Diversity mean to you and why they are important. Please describe in around 100 words: What does compassion mean to you?
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 Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)