# Radiology Department Assistant

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- **Town:** London
- **Region:** London
- **Country:** England
- **Profession:** Healthcare support worker
- **Grade:** Band 3
- **Salary:** £31,554 - £33,270 per annum inclusive of HCAS
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- **Closing date:** 2026-06-10T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-06-04T14:31:27.966Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/London/London/University_College_London_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Imaging/Imaging-v8056762
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8056762?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://www.uclh.nhs.uk

## Job Content

### Job overview

This is a wonderful opportunity for a healthcare support worker with varied experience to work in a cutting-edge clinical environment.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic and skilled radiology department assistant to join our multidisciplinary team in the MRI department.

The clinical range of patient presentations is wide and we would expect the successful applicant to communicate effectively, demonstrate a patient centred approach and contribute to the efficient running of the MRI department, with the provision of a consistently high standard of patient care.

Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment is essential. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a patient focused, technically advanced field and is an excellent opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge.

The department is keen to facilitate continual professional development and all staff are actively supported in this area. Cannulation training will be provided for the role.

Participation in the MRI extended opening hours is essential.

### Main duties of the job

- To assist with the running of the Breast Imaging Service
- To assist Radiologists and Radiographers during interventional procedures
- To prepare patients for their examinations
- Support Radiographers in managing clinical workflow through the MRI service
- Undertake general administrative duties as required
- To check and maintain stock levels of consumables and linen/patient gowns

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

The MRI Department currently consists of Siemens and Philips scanners.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

## Job Details

This is a wonderful opportunity for a healthcare support worker with varied experience to work in a cutting-edge clinical environment.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, enthusiastic and skilled radiology department assistant to join our multidisciplinary team in the MRI department.

The clinical range of patient presentations is wide and we would expect the successful applicant to communicate effectively, demonstrate a patient centred approach and contribute to the efficient running of the MRI department, with the provision of a consistently high standard of patient care.

Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment is essential. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a patient focused, technically advanced field and is an excellent opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge.

The department is keen to facilitate continual professional development and all staff are actively supported in this area. Cannulation training will be provided for the role.

Participation in the MRI extended opening hours is essential.

## Job Description

To assist with the running of the Breast Imaging Service

To assist Radiologists and Radiographers during interventional procedures

To prepare patients for their examinations

Support Radiographers in managing clinical workflow through the MRI service

Undertake general administrative duties as required

To check and maintain stock levels of consumables and linen/patient gowns

## Responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

The MRI Department currently consists of Siemens and Philips scanners.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

## Person Specification

### Values

**Essential**

- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving

### Experience

**Essential**

- Experience in carrying out assigned duties/assisting qualified staff after training
- Working in a team
- Good standard of written and spoken English
- Working in a Health Care or related setting

### Communication

**Essential**

- Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing
- Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone
- Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality

### Skills and Abilities

**Essential**

- Able to carry out administrative and clerical duties appropriate to the work area
- Able to maintain resources efficiently and effectively
- Able to report problems as they arise and solve them where possible
- Able to provide essential care for patients as directed
- Able to carry out clinical procedures as required
- Understands importance of Infection
- Understands importance of Health Promotion

### Specific Requirements

**Essential**

- Able to use a computer/ learn how to use a computer to record information

### Knowledge and Qualifications

**Essential**

- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience

### Personal and People Development

**Essential**

- Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team
- Willing to produce a personal development plan with manager
- Willing to develop self & undertake in-house study

### Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

**Desirable**

- Experience of giving care in a multi-cultural environment

## Documents

- [uclh values (pdf, 860.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2685)
- [job description (pdf, 552.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10346716)
- [functional requirements (pdf, 262.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10346670)

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