About this role
Job summary
Breast Imaging Lead Radiographer, Band 8a
The post holder ensures delivery of safe, high-quality, and responsive imaging services that meet national standards, targets and performance indicators. The role includes day-to-day operational management of multidisciplinary teams, service planning, workforce development, and continuous improvement to optimise patient care and access.
This is a key leadership role within the Trust, offering the opportunity to shape and develop services in line with national guidance while contributing to improved outcomes and patient experience across Gloucestershire.
Main duties of the job
Lead and manage the Breast Imaging Service across screening and symptomatic pathways, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality care in line with national standards. Oversee day-to-day operations, workforce management and service performance, including meeting activity and waiting time targets. Drive service improvement, development and innovation, working closely with multidisciplinary teams and regional partners. Provide clinical leadership in mammography, support staff development and training, and promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and excellent patient experience.
About us
Our Breast Imaging department is a welcoming and supportive environment, equipped with four state-of-the-art digital mammography units, all offering Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT) to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient care. We also provide Contrast Enhanced Mammography (CEM), enabling advanced assessment within the service. In addition to our static sites, we operate two modern mobile units, bringing high-quality screening services closer to our communities across Gloucestershire. Our friendly, experienced team is passionate about delivering compassionate, patient-centred care, and we pride ourselves on creating a positive, inclusive atmosphere for both patients and staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further details of this role and opportunity
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered Radiographer
- BSC Radiography
- Mammography award
- Enhanced practice qualification
Knolwedge and Skills
Essential
- In-depth NHS Breast Screening Programme knowledge
- Understanding of IR(ME)R and radiation legislation
- Strong communication and leadership skills
Clincial and Experience
Essential
- Experience managing a complex service
- Evidence of CPD and service development
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
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Thirlestaine Breast Centre
Thirlestaine Road
Cheltenham
GL53 7AS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)