Lead Clinical Imaging Assistant – Radiology

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust; Boston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Imaging Assistant Team Lead (Band 3) to oversee the radiology support team at community diagnostic centres. You will supervise staff, manage rotas, and ensure timely materials handling while enabling a continuous seven-day radiology service.

The role requires travel between sites, effective communication, and a calm, empathetic approach to patient care within the Radiology department. Interviews will be conducted in person.

Qualifications

• GCSE English & Maths at grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
• NVQ Care level III or equivalent qualification.
• First Aid certificate and Basic Life Support.
• Experience in a hospital/radiology environment and patient care.
• Experience leading a team and stock management.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective support to Radiologists, Radiographers, Sonographers and nursing staff across Radiology seven days a week.
• Supervise clinical imaging staff daily; ensure training and policy adherence.
• Coordinate team rotas, including annual leave and low-level absence.
• Manage materials stock/non-stock with timely receipt and liaison with suppliers.
• Work across sites; maintain excellent communication and patient care standards.

Skills

Leading a team

Stock management

Interpersonal communication

Cross-site coordination

Patient care support

Travel between sites

Education

GCSE English & Maths grade 4+

NVQ Care level III

First Aid certificate

Tools

CRIS Knowledge

RIS / radiology systems

Job description

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Imaging Assistant Team Lead (Band 3) to oversee the radiology support team at community diagnostic centres. You will supervise staff, manage rotas, and ensure timely materials handling while enabling a continuous seven-day radiology service.

The role requires travel between sites, effective communication, and a calm, empathetic approach to patient care within the Radiology department. Interviews will be conducted in person.