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Enhanced Practitioner (Image Guided Biopsy) in Breast Imaging, Band 7

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location
Cheltenham, England
Salary
£49,387 - £56,515 (pa pro rata if part-time)
Profession
Nurse practitioner
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
17 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
03 Jun 2026
Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Breast Imaging Team at Gloucestershire Breast Screening.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced radiographer to support our expanding service. 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

This is an excellent opportunity to further develop enhanced practice skills within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

The proposed interview date is 1st July

Main duties of the job

- 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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role please see attached detailed job description and person specification.

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