Job details
- Job reference: 255850
- Salary: Band 7 (£52,845 - £61,466)
- Job closing date: 23/08/2026
- Job Type: Allied Health Professions
- Location: Raigmore Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Job posted date: 04/08/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
- Department: Highland Breast Centre, Raigmore Hospital
ADVANCED PRACTITONER – IMAGE INTERPRETATION (BREAST)
The North of Scotland Breast Centre seeks a highly motivated, caring Advanced Practitioner Mammographer in Image Interpretation to join the team providing the Breast Screening and Symptomatic Service to a large area of the North of Scotland and the Western Isles.
We welcome interest from ambitious and enthusiastic Image Interpretation Advance Practice Mammographers, with technical and interpersonal skills which will enhance our team and who can work with a high level of autonomy. You will have a proven track record for CPD, with a passion for imaging and developing staff, knowledge of industry advancements and the ability to contribute to continuous development of service.
Applicants should hold either the Certificate of Competence in Mammography or PG Cert in Mammography as well as hold a qualification in Breast Image Interpretation. This post would be suitable for a newly qualified Advanced Practitioner Mammographer in Image Interpretation.
The successful applicant will be required to travel extensively throughout the area, working on the mobile unit, as well as working in the integrated Highland Breast Centre.
A full driving licence is essential and access to a car for mobile work is desirable.
The area is one of the fastest growing in Britain and offers unrivalled opportunities for outdoor pursuits and an excellent quality of life.
There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the post holder to be female under the terms and conditions of the Equality Act 2010.
Informal enquiries to
Kirstie Still, Superintendent Radiographer
Kirstie.still@nhs.scot
Tel. 01463 705237
Dr Nicola Spence, Consultant Radiologist and Clinical Director Breast Screening for North of Scotland
Nicola.spence3@nhs.scot
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This advert is for Advanced Practitioner Image Interpretation - Breast with NHS Highland in Inverness, Scotland. It is listed as a Band 7 Nurse practitioner role. The advertised salary is £52,845 - £61,466. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Sep 2026.
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