Trainee Mammography Radiographer
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £31,049.00 to £46,580.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £31049.00 - £46580.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 March 2026 |
| Location: | PLYMOUTH, PL6 8DH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9216-26-0397 |
Summary
1. To undertake mammography examinations of diagnostic quality in the breast imaging department at Derriford Hospital, the Guildhall static screening unit and on the mobile mammography screening unit at the various sites across the outlying catchment area. 2. To undertake digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) examinations on patients/clients as required 3. To undertake contrast enhanced spectral mammography as required. 4. To provide the Consultant Radiologist/Radiographer, Advanced Practitioner or Registrar with x-ray guidance during breast interventional procedures. 5. To maintain competence in all breast x-ray examinations and interventional procedures, including biopsy and localisation. 6. To prepare equipment required for interventional procedures and to dispose of equipment safely following the procedure in line with Trust Policy. 7. To apply dressings to the patient following interventional procedures. 8. To maintain competence in the use of the core biopsy specimen x-ray machine. 9. To be mindful of the needs and concerns of the women attending for breast examination, and explain to them all procedures where appropriate. 10. To ensure all clients attending for breast screening have a positive experience ensuring they will reattend in the future. For further details please see attached JD&PS