Job Description

Role Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled Lead Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to support the day-to-day operations of our diagnostic clinic, specialising in ultrasound and echocardiography. This hybrid role combines traditional HCA duties with technical oversight of imaging equipment, PACS administration, consumables management, and staff training.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Support

• Assist with CQC preparations
• Organise & 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 Oversight

• Act 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 & Supervision

• Support 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.
Details
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
U0062-25-0007
Job locations
3 Green Road,
Leicester
LE9 6RA
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Support

• Assist with CQC preparations
• Organise & 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 Oversight

• Act 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 & Supervision

• Support 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
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Support

• Assist with CQC preparations
• Organise & 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 Oversight

• Act 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 & Supervision

• Support 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.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Essential 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.

Desirable

• Desirable:
• 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
Essential

• Essential 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.

Desirable

• Desirable:
• 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.

Skills Required