Imaging Assistant: Patient-Centric Imaging Support

Bupa UK; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Referral Scheme

Subsidised staff restaurant

Interest free travel loan

Private healthcare

Bicycle Loan Scheme

Retailer discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

New Victoria Hospital in Kingston upon Thames is seeking an Imaging Assistant to support the Imaging Department across MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray and Interventional imaging. This part-time role (27 hours, Monday–Saturday shifts) offers a salary around £20,607 per year plus benefits.

You will work closely with radiologists and radiographers, assist with procedures, maintain patient safety and comfort, and help with administrative tasks to ensure smooth service delivery in a patient-centred

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Experience carrying out basic nursing or clinical support tasks.
• At least one year's experience in healthcare setting.
• Understanding of medical interventions and patient care.
• Excellent communication and patient-focused approach.
• Teamwork within multidisciplinary teams.
• Flexible, organised, and calm under pressure.
• Imaging Department experience and IR(ME)R knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operations of the Imaging Department across CT, MRI, Ultrasound, X-ray, and Interventional imaging.
• Prepare imaging rooms, equipment, and patient lists for clinics and procedures.
• Welcome, prepare, and support patients during imaging appointments, delivering an outstanding patient experience.
• Assist Radiographers and Radiologists during imaging procedures and clinics.
• Carry out and record patient observations and support with clinical tasks, including patient safety screening.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention, cleanliness, health and safety, and patient confidentiality.
• Provide administrative support and contribute to continuous improvement of departmental services.
• Work flexibly as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth and efficient running.

Skills

NVQ Level 3

Clinical support experience

Healthcare environment experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Imaging department knowledge (IR(ME)R)

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

New Victoria Hospital in Kingston upon Thames is seeking an Imaging Assistant to support the Imaging Department across MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray and Interventional imaging. This part-time role (27 hours, Monday–Saturday shifts) offers a salary around £20,607 per year plus benefits.

You will work closely with radiologists and radiographers, assist with procedures, maintain patient safety and comfort, and help with administrative tasks to ensure smooth service delivery in a patient-centred