London Bridge Hospital
Radiology Department Assistant
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Radiology Department Assistant
Radiology Department Assistant – London Bridge Hospital & The Shard Outpatients
Location
The London Bridge Hospital and The Shard Outpatients, part of London Bridge Hospital Campus, Central London.
Role Overview
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Radiology Department Assistant to join our Imaging team at two CQC-rated Outstanding healthcare facilities in London.
The London Bridge Hospital Campus comprises:
- A world-class hospital in Tooley Street
- Outpatient and diagnostic centres in The Shard and adjacent areas
- PrivateCare at Guy’s (top four floors of Guy’s Cancer Centre)
- Additional facilities across City and Canary Wharf
Within this multi-site healthcare environment, the Radiology Department Assistant supports diverse ultrasound services, including:
- Women’s health imaging
- Breast imaging
- Gynaecology clinics
- General ultrasound departments
This role is rotational, requiring adaptability, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
About the Role
As a Radiology Department Assistant, you will:
- Assist Consultants, Radiographers, and Nurses during examinations and procedures.
- Assist patients with preparation and support during diagnostic visits.
- Manage appointments and registrations using Meditech.
- Use PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) for imaging.
- Undertake administrative duties, including scheduling and record-keeping.
Key responsibility areas: ✔ Supporting ultrasound clinics in women’s health, breast imaging, and general care ✔ Aiding patient preparation and comfort during procedures ✔ Managing clinical schedules and patient administration systems ✔ Operating within a dynamic, multi-clinic healthcare environment
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Key Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience as a Radiology Department Assistant within a hospital setting.
- Experience supporting ultrasound services, particularly in women’s health, gynaecology, or breast imaging.
- NVQ Level 3 (Advanced), Care Certificate, or equivalent healthcare qualification.
- Strong IT proficiency, including experience with clinical systems (e.g., Meditech) and PACS.
Core Competencies
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-first focus.
- Ability to work independently across multiple clinics while adapting to changing priorities.
- Strong organisational and administrative abilities for record-keeping and coordination.
- Commitment to high standards of compassion and professionalism in healthcare.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience, plus comprehensive benefits
- 25 days’ holiday per year (increasing with tenure), with flexible leave options
- Private healthcare insurance for treatments across HCA hospitals
- Pension contribution, increasing with length of service
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme
- Group Life Assurance & Critical Illness Cover from day one
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay
- Corporate discounts, including pregnancy/maternity packages from The Portland
- Wide range of flexible health, protection, and lifestyle benefits
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Why Join HCA UK?
HCA UK stands for excellence in healthcare, driven by a commitment to career growth, employee wellbeing, and driving human progress through advanced medical innovation.
Professional Growth
- Access to internal and external training programmes for continuous development
- Unrestricted career advancement opportunities in a leading private healthcare provider
- Opportunities to specialise within imaging, ultrasound, or admin roles across multiple sites
Culture & Values
Our mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.
We embody four core values:
- Unique and Individual – Recognising diversity and individual strengths
- Kindness and Compassion – Treating all with empathy and respect
- Honesty, Integrity, and Fairness – Upholding ethical standards
- Loyalty, Respect, and Dignity – Valuing each team member as essential to our success
Diversity & Inclusion
HCA UK is a Disability Confident employer, offering:
- Reasonable adjustments to support all candidates throughout the recruitment process
- Flexible working arrangements tailored to individual needs
- ** Equal opportunities** for all applicants, regardless of background
Full-time position, 37.5 hours/week, rotational shifts (08:00–20:00).
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