About this role
Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for qualified Mammographers, to join our multi-professional team at Princess Anne Hospital Breast Unit in Southampton and community base mobile breast screening service.
This contract is fixed term for 12 month to cover maternity leave. The service delivers both primary breast screening and symptomatic mammography.
The breast unit is fully digital with three mammography units, two being a tomosynthesis systems. In addition we have three mobile units to provide primary screening to our catchment area.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description Job responsibilities
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR HCPC registered Degree (BSc Honours in Radiography or equivalent qualification) Post graduate qualification in Mammography Experience working in X-ray Willingness to take part in a flexible rota Evidence of NHS experience Team work ethic Flexible and adaptable You will need to be able to drive, be willing to travel to our remote locations and have full driving license
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the Job Description and Main Responsibilities section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential
Degree in Radiotherapy diagnostic or therapeutic or equivalent Post Graduate Qualification in Mammography HCPC registered Sound knowledge of IR(me)R 2000, IRR regulations and clinical governance Knowledge and understanding of the NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP and Quality Assurance Programmes (QA)
Desirable
Experience of working in a breast screening unit
Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
Patients First Always Improving Working Together
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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address W&N Breast Screen Service
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 5YA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)