Job summary
- Main area
- Mammographer
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 360-C-11153
- Employer
- West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- St Albans City Hospital
- Town
- St Albans
- Salary
- £41,957 - £50,387 pa inc HCA pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 15/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Band 6 - Senior Mammographer, Radiology
Band 6
Job overview
We are looking for a Senior Mammographer to join our radiographic workforce at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals Trust.
The post is 15 hours per week, equivalent to two days, in St Albans City Hospital.
The purpose of this mammography post is to be an effective member of the Radiography team, providing a high standard of radiographic services to Radiologists, patients and service users.
There will be an expectation to supervise junior staff and students.
Main duties of the job
The primary role is to be an integral member of the mammography and one stop breast services at St Albans City Hospital.
In this role you will be required to work closely with our Lead Mammographer and Breast Consultant, Radiology Breast Consultants and Radiology management team.
You will work alongside clinical and non-clinical colleagues to provide the best possible experience to our patients whilst at the same time meeting performance standards and targets.
Proven ability to engage clinical and non-clinical teams is essential.
The post holder will deputise for the lead Mammographer in their absence, assisting and supporting to deliver the departments strategic and operational priorities.
Working for our organisation
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact [email protected]
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Person specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential criteria
- BSc or DCR in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Post graduate certificate/diploma in Mammography.
- HCPC registration.
Desirable criteria
- Management/Leadership qualification or experience.
Knowledge:
Essential criteria
- Legislation regarding ionising radiation.
- Proven knowledge base of mammography and NHSBSP.
- Clinical & information governance and evidence-based practice.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of change management.
Experience:
Essential criteria
- Evidenced experience in Mammography.
- Experience of working with other divisions/interpersonal skills.
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of recent developments with Mammography/Radiology/NHS.
- Teaching, training, mentoring experience.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Judith Kaye
- Job title
- Lead Mammographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
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