Imaging Assistant - SMC

Job summary

Imaging Assistant 

Location: Sevenoaks Medical Centre, TN13 2JDContract: Permanent, Full Time – 40 hours per weekSalary: £25,600 per annumHours: Between Monday and Friday, shifts between 8:00am – 8:00pm 

Are you an imaging assistant or healthcare assistant with experience in working in a hospital or outpatient clinic? Do you want to further your career in a modern private healthcare setting?

Role Overview

At Sevenoaks Medical Centre, part of KIMS Hospital, we are committed to delivering healthcare at its best. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Imaging Assistant to support our Imaging team in delivering exceptional patient care in line with the KIMS vision and clinical strategy.

This is a rotational role, providing both clinical and administrative support across ultrasound, mammography, MRI, CT and cross-sectional imaging. You will play a vital role in ensuring patients feel supported, informed and cared for throughout their imaging journey, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, dignity and confidentiality.

Main duties of the job

• Support patients before, during and after imaging procedures, ensuring comfort, dignity, privacy and reassurance at all times, while helping to reduce anxiety and promote independence.
• Assist Radiologists, Radiographers, Mammographers and the Imaging team with diagnostic and interventional procedures including biopsies, aspirations, FNAs, ultrasound-guided injections and mammography stereo procedures.
• Provide hands-on support within MRI and CT lists, helping ensure smooth patient flow and efficient running of imaging sessions.
• Use Compucare, RIS and PACS systems safely and accurately, maintaining clear, confidential and up-to-date patient records.
• Champion infection prevention and control, contribute to continuous quality improvement, maintain clean, stocked and safe working environments, and work in line with KIMS policies and procedures.

About us

At KIMS Hospital, we value our people above all else. That’s why we focus on creating an environment where you feel supported, valued, and empowered to achieve your career goals. We offer an attractive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing—physically, financially, and emotionally.

• Employee Benefits
• Competitive Salary
• Free Staff Parking
• Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• 33 Days Annual Leave + Extra Time Off for Your Birthday
• Life Assurance
• Annual Flu Vaccination
• Free Eye Test
• Flexible Working Options & Annualised Hours Contracts

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident Employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with Diane on 01622 237634 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk.