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Senior Radiographer - Breast Screening

On-site in 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary·Full-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Our summary

Salary: £32,073 - £48,117 a year
About £2,220 - £3,180 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary
Contract: Full-time
Closing date: Apply by Wednesday 11 November

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Mammography

The role

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and suitably qualified Mammographer to join our friendly and dedicated Breast Imaging Team in the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Trust.

We welcome candidates who are not yet qualified in mammography, the aim would be for the candidate to be appointed at a Band 5 to progress to a Band 6 upon successful completion of the mammography course and satisfactory completion on in-house competencies within a 6 - 18 month period.

Interview Date Thursday 26 November 2026
37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.

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Main duties of the job

The Breast Unit is a busy department working within both the National Breast Screening service and a Symptomatic Breast service. The ability to work both in a team and independently, and to communicate in a wide variety of settings, is essential.

The Newcastle Breast Screening Service delivers a screening service to a large rural area therefore a current driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Band 6 applicants for the above post must hold a degree in Diagnostic or Therapeutic Radiography, be HCPC registered and have working knowledge of NHS policies and procedures. A postgraduate qualification in Mammographic studies or equivalent as approved by NHS Breast Screening Programme is also essential.

"The requirement for a female to undertake this role is a Genuine Occupational Qualification and is exempt under section 7(2) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, superseded by The Equality Act 2010."

About us

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

With around 2 million contacts with patients every year, we deliver care from:

Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
Freeman Hospital
Newcastle Dental Hospital
Cramlington Manor Walks
Urgent treatment centres
Newcastle Fertility Centre
Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
Northern Genetics Service

These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.

We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.

Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.

For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Job description

Job responsibilities

Band 5

To work in the Breast Screening and Assessment Centre based at the RVI.
In collaboration with the Superintendent Radiographer, to provide a screening, assessment and symptomatic service whilst helping to sustain and develop effective working relationships in close collaboration with professional colleagues.

Band 6

To work in the Breast Screening and Assessment Centre based at the RVI and in the community on 4 breast screening trailers that move around the North East region.
To be part of a team delivering a high quality efficient and effective radiographic service, to make an informed decision on the diagnostic images required and demonstrate a professional, caring and responsible approach to patients.
There is a potential commitment to evening and weekend working.
In collaboration with the Superintendent Radiographer, provide a screening, assessment and symptomatic service whilst helping to sustain and develop effective working relationships in close collaboration with professional colleagues.

Person Specification

Meets All Band 5 Criteria

Essential

DCR or BSc in Radiography
Must be willing to successfully complete a Post-graduate Certificate in Mammographic Studies
Registration with the Health Professions Council
Current driving licence and car owner
Excellent communication skills

Desirable

Post graduate experience in general radiography and in mammography
IT skills
In-depth knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme

Meets All Band 6 Criteria

Essential

HCPC registered, BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent
Post Graduate qualification in a clinical speciality (e.g. mammography), or post graduate specialist short courses or relevant specialist experience
Working knowledge of all relevant professional and NHS policies and procedures
Good organisational interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to work effectively in a team or independently as required
Detailed knowledge and understanding of radiation protection and methods of reducing radiation dose as well as a working knowledge of ionising radiation legislation (IR (ME) R)
IT skills necessary for Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS)
Evidence of CPD
Must have a current driving licence and be a car owner

Desirable

IT skills
In-depth knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme
The post holder may be encouraged to take on additional responsibilities e.g. Radiation protection Supervisor (RPS), manual handling facilitator, Health and Safety Representative, Society of Radiographers (SOR) Representative, CPR trainer etc

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).