Lead Healthcare Assistant (Ultrasound & Echocardiography) in Leicester inLeicester PUBLISHED WED 29 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Job summary
Role Summary:We are seeking a proactive and technicallyskilledLead Healthcare Assistant (HCA)to support the day-to-dayoperations of our diagnostic clinic, specialising inultrasound andechocardiography. This hybrid role combines traditional HCA duties withtechnicaloversight of imaging equipment,PACS administration,consumablesmanagement, andstaff training.

Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:Clinical SupportAssist with CQC preparationsOrganise & oversee cover for sickness/annual leave/rota gaps etc.Assist sonographers and clinicians during ultrasound and echocardiography procedures.Prepare patients for diagnostic tests, ensuring comfort and dignity.Maintain high standards of infection control and cleanliness in clinical areas.Perform basic patient observations and documentation.Technical & Equipment OversightAct as the first point of contact for scanner setup, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance.Liaise with service engineers and vendors for equipment servicing and upgrades.Manage PACS uploads, image transfers, and ensure data integrity.Monitor and maintain stock levels of clinical consumables and technical accessories.Training & SupervisionSupport onboarding and training of new HCAs and junior staff.Deliver refresher sessions on scanner handling, infection control, and clinic protocols.Promote best practices in clinical and technical workflows.

About us
Diagnostic World are a leading provider of NHS and Private healthcare with services delivered from Community Diagnostic Centres and Community Health Centres. Within our service offering, we provide Non-Obstetric Ultrasound and Echocardiography services to patients across England on a referred and self-referred basis.

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Date posted
29 October 2025

Pay scheme
Other

Salary
Depending on

Experience
Up to 30K per annum

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time

Reference number
U0062-25-00Job location
s3 Green Road,LeicesterLE9 6RA

Job description

Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:Clinical SupportAssist with CQC preparationsOrganise & oversee cover for sickness/annual leave/rota gaps etc.Assist sonographers and clinicians during ultrasound and echocardiography procedures.Prepare patients for diagnostic tests, ensuring comfort and dignity.Maintain high standards of infection control and cleanliness in clinical areas.Perform basic patient observations and documentation.Technical & Equipment OversightAct as the first point of contact for scanner setup, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance.Liaise with service engineers and vendors for equipment servicing and upgrades.Manage PACS uploads, image transfers, and ensure data integrity.Monitor and maintain stock levels of clinical consumables and technical accessories.Training & SupervisionSupport onboarding and training of new HCAs and junior staff.Deliver refresher sessions on scanner handling, infection control, and clinic protocols.Promote best practices in clinical and technical workflows.

Job description

Person Specification

Experience
EssentialEssential Skills &

Experience
:Previous

Experience
as a Healthcare Assistant in a diagnostic or imaging setting.Strong understanding of ultrasound and/or echo workflows.Familiarity with PACS/RIS systems and DICOM image handling.Basic technical troubleshooting skills for imaging equipment.Excellent communication and organisational skills.Ability to work independently and lead by example.DesirableDesirable:NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.

Experience
in training or mentoring junior staff.Previous

Experience
managing consumables or clinical stock systems.IT proficiency, especially in healthcare systems and Microsoft Office.

Person Specification

Experience
EssentialEssential Skills &

Experience
:Previous

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

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