# Imaging Assistant - Breast Unit > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barts Health NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/imaging-assistant-breast-unit/1f1ed8c9-f253-4d8c-84b6-07ff9ff3bcdd - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/imaging-assistant-breast-unit/1f1ed8c9-f253-4d8c-84b6-07ff9ff3bcdd.md ## Summary - **Status:** Archived / closed - **Employer:** Barts Health NHS Trust - **Town:** London - **Region:** London - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £31,554 - £33,270 per annum inc (Pro rata) - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part time - 30 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-07-23T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-10T14:01:13.571Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/London/London/Barts_Health_NHS_Trust/Breast_Imaging_Symptomatic/Breast_Imaging_Symptomatic-v8148179 - **Employer website:** https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Imaging Assistant in Breast Diagnostics We are looking for a motivated and experienced Imaging Assistant to join the Breast diagnostics Team at Barts Health, Assisting Radiologists and Radiographers within Breast Imaging.   This is a clinical role requiring knowledge of assistant diagnostics practices within NHS service.   PLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of this role within the Breast Unit and the need to respect patient privacy and dignity, this position is subject to a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010, and is therefore open to female applicants only. ### Main duties of the job - organising Ultrasound sessions; calling patients in and checking ID; explaining procedures; answering patient questions; - assisting the Radiologist/Radiographer during examinations;  assisting with procedures including aseptic technique; - delivering the highest level of patient care; - assisting on reception when required; - monitoring stock levels ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below. **Visa Sponsorship Information** Recent changes to UK immigration policy on the Health and Care Visa and Skilled Worker Visa could mean that this role is not eligible for sponsorship or that you may not meet the eligibility criteria. Sponsorship can only be offered if this post and any individual offered employment meet all the Home Office’s requirements under the UK Skilled Worker visa scheme. If you are applying from outside the UK or will require sponsorship, please mention this clearly in your application. To be eligible for sponsorship, the following conditions must be met: - Eligible role: The position must be on the UK Skilled Worker visa list. You can check your eligibility here: - Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK. - Salary threshold: The role must meet the minimum salary set by the Home Office.  Please note that for roles employed under Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions, the High-Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) is not included when calculating the basic salary for the purposes of sponsorship. - Skill level: The role must meet the minimum skill requirement of RQF Level 6 or above (graduate level). - English language: Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at CEFR level B2 or higher. - Other criteria: Applicants must meet all other criteria as set out by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) **We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date, once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful** ## Person Specification ### Other **Essential** - Experience of dealing with stressful and emotionally charged situations for prolonged periods. ### Skills **Essential** - Able to work as part of a team & prioritise busy work schedule. - Able to set up clinical trolleys using aseptic techniques. - Ability to maintain accurate records, including inputting information into a PC - Organised and efficient in their work. - Flexible in their working pattern. - Able to communicate well with patients, Doctors and other members of the team - Keyboard Skills. - Attention to detail ### Knowledge **Essential** - Infection Control working practices - Knowledge of imaging processes **Desirable** - Knowledge of medical terminology - Knowledge of hospital databases ### Experience **Essential** - Experience working in a healthcare environment - Experience of working with people in a confidential setting - Experience of working in a clinical environment ### Qualifications **Essential** - General Education to Include English - GCSE(5 passes at grades A-C) – or equivalent **Desirable** - NVQ or equivalent in Health Studies - Care Certificate ## Documents - [jd & ps (pdf, 550.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10447572) - [our values and behaviours (pdf, 334.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1119) - [candidate information pack (pdf, 549.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2446) - [policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders (pdf, 92.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1120) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references.