At MedicsPro, our experienced team of professional recruiters ensures that we match qualified Radiographers with locum and permanent roles worldwide.

We Offer:

• A dedicated compliance officer
• A market-leading referral scheme
• Access to exclusive ultrasound vacancies
• Expert consultative service
• Opportunities across the UK, Scotland, Ireland and Wales.
• Preferred supply status with numerous NHS and private healthcare providers
• Weekly payroll

Radiography Assistants and Imaging Support Workers

Radiography assistants and imaging support workers play a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, particularly within the NHS. Working closely with radiographers, these professionals help ensure smooth operations in imaging departments and support the overall patient care process.

Working Life

As a radiography assistant or imaging support worker, you’ll collaborate with both diagnostic radiographers, who use imaging to diagnose illnesses, and therapeutic radiographers, who treat conditions such as cancer with x-rays and other ionising radiation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing medical images
• Ordering and managing stock
• Assisting with procedures like biopsies
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Preparing patients for imaging or treatment, which may include lifting and positioning
• Checking and maintaining equipment, reporting any faults
• Inputting patient and procedure data into the system

Collaborative Team Environment

Radiography assistants and imaging support workers interact with a range of healthcare professionals, including diagnostic and therapeutic radiographers, medical physicists, engineers, doctors, nurses, and other health staff. This collaborative approach is essential for providing high-quality patient care across various hospital departments.

Typical Workplaces

Most radiography assistants and imaging support workers are employed in NHS hospitals, where they provide services across multiple departments such as Accident & Emergency (A&E), outpatient clinics, operating theatres, and hospital wards. Some may also work in private healthcare settings, supporting similar functions.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for becoming a radiography assistant or imaging support worker, but employers typically look for candidates with strong numeracy, literacy, and IT skills. GCSEs or equivalent qualifications may be preferred, along with healthcare-related qualifications like BTEC or NVQ.

Relevant work experience—whether paid or voluntary—in health or social care is a valuable advantage. Applicants for NHS roles will need to demonstrate how they embody NHS values in their work.

Skills and Personal Qualities Needed

To succeed in this role, radiography assistants and imaging support workers need to be:

• Safety-conscious
• Technologically adept
• Calm and reassuring with patients
• Able to follow instructions accurately
• Physically fit, as the role involves standing and lifting

Additional skills include

• Strong communication and observation abilities
• Willingness to learn and stay updated with new skills and practices

Training and Development

On-the-job training will cover the essential skills required for the role, including:

• Departmental procedures and systems
• Equipment operation
• Health and safety protocols

You may have the opportunity to pursue the Certificate in Clinical Imaging Support (Level 2 or 3), and some employers offer apprenticeships. Additionally, joining the Society of Radiographers can provide access to training events, conferences, and professional networking opportunities.

Pay and Working Conditions

A standard workweek is typically 37.5 hours, which may include a combination of shifts (nights, early mornings, evenings, weekends). Most radiography assistants and imaging support workers are paid according to the Agenda for Change (AfC) pay system, starting at Band 2 or 3.

This is the perfect time to work, with a strong demand for skilled professionals. By choosing MedicsPro, you'll have access to a wide range of opportunities and competitive pay rates.

Key Benefits:

• Access to a Wide Range of Opportunities: MedicsPro offers a broad selection of locum and permanent positions across various medical specialties.
• Competitive Pay Rates: The agency provides highly competitive pay rates to ensure you’re well-compensated for your skills and experience.
• Flexible Work Options: With locum and permanent roles available, you can choose work that suits your schedule and lifestyle, offering greater work-life balance.
• Dedicated Support: MedicsPro offers personalised support from a team of experienced recruitment consultants who are there to guide you through the job search process.
• Exclusive Roles: Many of the positions available through MedicsPro are exclusive, giving you access to roles that may not be advertised elsewhere.
• Ongoing Training and Development: The agency provides opportunities for continuing professional development, helping you stay current with industry standards and enhance your career prospects.
• Fast and Efficient Recruitment Process: MedicsPro ensures a smooth and streamlined recruitment process, minimising the time it takes for you to secure your next role.
• Nationwide and International Opportunities: Whether you're looking for work in the NHS, private sector, or overseas, MedicsPro offers positions across the UK and beyond.