Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Bank Consultant Radiographer

The closing date is 26 March 2026

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Breast Radiologist to join our dynamic and high performing unit. The successful candidate will demonstrate and maintain an excellent standard of breast radiology practice, supported by strong communication skills and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

* Deliver high quality symptomatic breast imaging

* Participate in onestop clinics and follow up imaging pathways

* Provide xray guidance during interventional and localisation procedures

* Maintain a proactive approach to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

* Contribute positively to a busy, collaborative clinical environment

About YouYou will be a skilled breast radiologist with the capability to work effectively in a fast paced unit, showing professionalism, accuracy, and a patient centred approach throughout all aspects of your work.

Main duties of the job

To provide a breast radiology service in a timely and professional manner

To contribute to the overall smooth running of the Maple Unit by taking responsibility for specific, delegated duties and by identifying areas for improvement and development and bringing these to the attention of the Lead Consultant Radiographer.

To maintain high standards in Quality Assurance as required by the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, and not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.

We work hard to make sure that inclusion is part of everything we do. We know that true inclusion means we're able to provide the best care for our patients and provide a fulfilling career for all our colleagues.

We have six active and impactful colleague networks. These networks provide a safe space for colleagues to share their experiences and learn from one another, but also influence change across our trust:

Multicultural Network

Women's Network

Armed Forces' Network

LGBTQ+ Network

Lived Experience Network, for colleagues living with disabilities

Autistic Colleague Network

We offer a form of weekly pay via Wagestream. Bank Pay is an easy way to automatically get paid a percentage of the money you've already earned from any bank shifts completed the previous week. It means you don't have to wait until the end of the month for your bank shift pay, giving you more flexibility.

Don't worry - the remaining portion of your pay is set aside to make sure your tax contributions are paid in full and if your tax contributions amount to less than the money set aside you'll receive it all back at the end of each month.

Details

Date posted

24 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£39.36 to £45.35 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

184-OL-BA-4599

Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and maintain a high standard of breast radiology and communication skills within this busy unit. A proactive approach to maintaining CPD is expected. The workload will involve symptomatic imaging, one-stop clinics and follow up imaging. The applicant must also be able to provide x-ray guidance during interventional and localisation procedures.

Main duties of the job

To provide a breast radiology service in a timely and professional manner

To contribute to the overall smooth running of the Maple Unit by taking responsibility for specific, delegated duties and by identifying areas for improvement and development and bringing these to the attention of the Lead Consultant Radiographer.

To maintain high standards in Quality Assurance as required by the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and maintain a high standard of breast radiology and communication skills within this busy unit. A proactive approach to maintaining CPD is expected. The workload will involve symptomatic imaging, one-stop clinics and follow up imaging. The applicant must also be able to provide x-ray guidance during interventional and localisation procedures.

Main duties of the job

To provide a breast radiology service in a timely and professional manner

To contribute to the overall smooth running of the Maple Unit by taking responsibility for specific, delegated duties and by identifying areas for improvement and development and bringing these to the attention of the Lead Consultant Radiographer.

To maintain high standards in Quality Assurance as required by the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc Radiography or equivalent
  • HCPC Registratiob
  • MSc in Breast Radiology or equivalent, to include modules in interpretation and reporting in mammography, breast ultrasound and interventional breast radiology procedures.

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical experience as a Consultant Radiographer

Desirable

  • NHS Breast Screening and Symptomatic experienceEvidence of mentoring

Additional Criteria

Desirable

  • UK Driving licence
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc Radiography or equivalent
  • HCPC Registratiob
  • MSc in Breast Radiology or equivalent, to include modules in interpretation and reporting in mammography, breast ultrasound and interventional breast radiology procedures.

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical experience as a Consultant Radiographer

Desirable

  • NHS Breast Screening and Symptomatic experienceEvidence of mentoring

Additional Criteria

Desirable

  • UK Driving licence

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Radiographer

Stella Campbell

stella.campbell@somersetft.nhs.uk

01935384352

Details

Date posted

24 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£39.36 to £45.35 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

184-OL-BA-4599

Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT


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