Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic, reliable and highly motivated individuals to join our busy Radiology department at Mid and South Essex University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, as a Band 3 imaging assistants.
The role requires rotation through different areas of the department including CT, Ultrasound and MRI. You will also be required to rotate through our outlying Community Hospitals from time to time. Staff are required to contribute to the 24hour service provided by the Radiology department. Nights are worked on rotation within a group of 10 staff.
It is essential the successful candidate enjoys working with people and has a genuine interest in patient care. You must have excellent communication skills, work well as part of a team, but also have the ability to use your initiative and work individually. On the job training will be provided.
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today
Please note no visa sponsorship is available for this role.
Main duties of the job
The role of an imaging assistant is a clinical role; they provide support to a variety of staff groups including consultant radiologists, sonographers and radiographers across all imaging modalities.
Duties involve assisting with minor sterile procedures, chaperoning, coordinating patient lists and preparing patients for their examinations.
Our imaging assistants are required to provide support for the extended working week, therefore a commitment to work evenings and weekends is expected as part of core hours or as additional out of hours.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
390-CSS-BR-0030
Job locations
Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
* Experience within patient/client environment
Desirable
* Previous experience working in an outpatient style environment
Education & Qualification
Essential
* Evidence of good written communication skills
Desirable
* NVQ level 2/3 in Healthcare
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
* Experience within patient/client environment
Desirable
* Previous experience working in an outpatient style environment
Education & Qualification
Essential
* Evidence of good written communication skills
Desirable
* NVQ level 2/3 in Healthcare
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
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Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer's website
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