Job summary
- Main area
- Women and Newborn
- Grade
- Band 8a
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed term 12 months)
- Hours
- Part time - 24 hours per week
- Job ref
- 188-SCL110626-I
- Employer
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Princess Anne Hospital
- Town
- Southampton
- Salary
- £57,528 - £64,750 - Per Annum, Pro Rata
- Closing
- 08/07/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 17/07/2026
Employer heading
8A Mammographer- Trainee Consultant Mammographer
Band 8a
Job overview
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
The postholder will work alongside the Breast Consultant Radiologists, Advance Practitioners, mammographers and assistant practitioners to provide a Breast Screening and Symptomatic Service to patients providing specialist clinical opinion and diagnosis for patient centred care.
The postholder will undertake imaging and reporting of symptomatic and breast screening patients, provide expert practice to perform interventional procedures under ultrasound and stereotactic guidance, always demonstrating courtesy and consideration to patients, visitors and staff.
Working for our organisation
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.
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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, recognising 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This post is based at Princess Anne Hospital Breast Imaging Department.
Advanced practise qualifications in mammography is required
Proven NHS track record.
HCPC registered.
Person specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential criteria
- BSc in Radiography
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of Post Graduate study
- PG Certificate in mammography
- Ability and willingness to undertake Masters in relevant specialist area
- Extensive post qualification Breast symptomatic and screening experience
- Proven leadership skills partaking in appraisals and assessment of mammographers and assistant practitioners.
- Evidence of ongoing CPD
- Developed patient care skills
- Knowledge of NHS & Cancer plans, NSFs
Desirable criteria
- SCOR Consultant radiographer accreditation
- Experience of managing staff and difficult and sensitive people issues
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Applicant requirements
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Brigitte van der Merwe
- Job title
- Superintendent Radiographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 023 8120 5376
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