Job summary
- Main area
- Specialist Radiographer Mammographer
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent: Bank - as and when required
- Hours
- Flexible working - Bank - as and when required
- Job ref
- 100-BANK-AHP001-0426
- Employer
- Hywel Dda University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Prince Philip Hospital
- Town
- Llanelli
- Salary
- £40,559 - £48,841 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 20/05/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 01/06/2026
Employer heading
Bank Specialist Radiographer - Mammographer
Band 6
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The Agenda for Change Pay Award for 2026/27 is effective from 1st April 2026.
Please note successful applicants with a start date from 1st April onwards the salary will be as per the 2026/27 pay award. For further detail the pay circular is available via this link https://www.nhs.wales/files/pc-resources/afc-w-02-2026-pdf-pdf?ts=1773244958086
Job overview
As a Specialist Radiographer working in this newly updated and prestigious Breast unit at Prince Philip Hospital, Mammographers work within a busy one-stop breast clinic providing a highly specialised diagnostic service as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
The department benefits from the use our recently updated Hologic Dimensions equipment along with a Vacuum Assisted Breast Biopsy system.
As a Mammographer, you will perform specialised radiographic examinations of the breast and assist with specialised interventional procedures such as breast wire localisation and vacuum assisted biopsy procedures.
You will work alongside a well established and experienced team of Mammographers, Clinicians and other breast unit staff.
Main duties of the job
To perform routine radiographic and more specialised mammography examinations on their own caseload of patients, assess the resulting images and recording the necessary information in PACS and Soliton.
The post holder will require the necessary CPD evidence, experience and training to undertake these duties.
To undertake diagnostic radiographic examinations.
To act as IR(ME)R practitioner and operator for radiological procedures within their scope of practice.
To operate a wide range of expensive, specialized imaging equipment safely and appropriately.
To ensure all relevant safety checks are made before proceeding with any examination.
To comply with IR(ME)R employer procedures, IR local rules and Health Board policies and procedures.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 99 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 01/06/26
Person specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- BSc Radiography (or recognised equivalent)
- Post graduate certificate in Mammography
- HCPC registration
- Short specialist courses or experience to postgraduate diploma level
- Qualified to use different equipment and x-ray techniques
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of specialist radiography procedures and PACS
- Post Graduate qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Radiographer skills
- Substantial experience in performing mammography examinations
- Supervising and Training Radiographers
Desirable criteria
- Previous NHS experience
- Experience of assisting with advanced mammographic procedures such as Vacuum Assisted Biopsies and Contrast Enhanced Mammography
- Evidence of role development
Language Skills
Desirable criteria
- Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rhian Munson
- Job title
- Deputy Site Lead Radiographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01554 899087
- Additional information
We encourage all interested candidates to contact us for an informal chat or visit prior to the closing date.
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