Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and experienced radiographer to support our expanding breast imaging service at Gloucestershire Breast Screening. Applicants must hold a postgraduate qualification in mammography and have extensive post‑qualification experience in breast imaging. The successful candidate will either already hold, or be willing to undertake, the Level‑7 Interventional Mammography‑Guided Biopsy qualification.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform advanced clinical practice including stereotactic‑guided breast biopsies.
* Contribute to the delivery of a high‑quality breast screening and symptomatic service.
* Work collaboratively as part of the radiographic management team.
* Support service development and maintain clinical excellence within the multidisciplinary team.
* Support the Service Lead Radiographer in delivering a safe, efficient, and high‑quality Breast Imaging service.
* Deputise for the Service Lead and wider management team as required.
* Contribute to both the NHS Breast Screening Programme and symptomatic imaging services.
* Undertake (or work towards) advanced practice, including stereotactic biopsy procedures.
* Ensure smooth day‑to‑day service delivery, maintaining patient safety, quality, and throughput.
* Maintain and adhere to departmental protocols and QMS procedures.
* Support training of student mammographers and Assistant Practitioners.
* Oversee QA processes, working with QA radiographers and Medical Physics to resolve issues.
* Demonstrate excellent communication, professionalism, and empathy in a sensitive environment.
* Work accurately and efficiently under pressure with a strong patient‑centred approach.
Qualifications
* BSc (Hons) Radiography/Radiotherapy or Diploma of the College of Radiographers.
* Postgraduate (Level 7) qualification in Interventional Breast procedures, or willingness to work towards one.
* Postgraduate (Level 7) qualification in Mammography.
* HCPC registration as a Radiographer.
Knowledge and Skills
* Ability to prioritise appropriately and work to deadlines.
* Ability to work under pressure with an unpredictable workload.
* Excellent communication skills – verbal, non‑verbal, and written – when interacting with other team members, patients, and multidisciplinary team members.
* Demonstrate a critical understanding of own level of responsibility, including when working with complexity, risk, uncertainty, and incomplete information.
Experience
* Significant experience in mammography at a senior level.
* Experience of using departmental computerised patient systems – NBSS/PACS/CRIS.
* Comprehensive, up‑to‑date continuous professional development portfolio.
* Desirable: Management experience.
Additional Information
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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