Radiology Department Assistant (CT/ MRI) in Harlow inHarlow PUBLISHED THU 6 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Work as a Radiology Department Assistant (CT/MRI) at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, supporting patients through CT and MRI examinations with occasional rotations into Nuclear Medicine and Fluoroscopy. You will prepare patients, assist radiographers and assistant practitioners, carry out manual handling and stock checks, and provide a trained cannulation service (training available) while acting as a calm, reassuring presence during scans. The role includes mentoring junior RDAs, keeping accurate patient records, complying with safety and data-protection regulations (including MRI safety, COSHH and Health & Safety), and working flexibly to cover some evenings and weekends. This is a hands-on post where patient needs come first and attention to detail and clear communication with people from diverse backgrounds are essential.

This permanent Band 3 vacancy (full- or part-time) pays £25,329–£26,958 and is ideal for compassionate carers and women seeking practical clinical work with clear development pathways. You’ll need NVQ Level 3 in acute care or equivalent and basic literacy and numeracy; desirable experience includes the Care Certificate, mentoring, or prior work as a healthcare support worker or in cross-sectional imaging. The Trust is an inclusive, supportive employer offering training, appraisal, flexible working and wellbeing support, and the post requires a DBS check. This opportunity is advertised on jobsincare.com — please click the “Apply Now” button alongside this description to submit your application.