Radiographic Assistant CT & MRI

NHS; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Radiographic Assistant for the CT and MRI department to assist in patient care and preparation. This role involves providing support to patients, assisting with scans, and working closely with colleagues. No prior experience is necessary as full training is provided. The position offers flexible hours over seven days, with opportunities for progression within the NHS Band system. The role is based at Royal Bournemouth Hospital and includes varied responsibilities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Literate and numerate.
• Good computer skills.
• Experience of working with people.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and care of patients for CT and MRI scans.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients.
• Assist patients to change and prepare for scans.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Numeracy

Literacy

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Radiographic Assistant CT & MRI

The closing date is 12 January 2026

The CT & MRI scanner department are looking for an enthusiastic assistant to assist in the preparation and care of patients undergoing CT and MRI scans.

The position will involve close patient contact and liaison with other staff within the scanning suite and other departments. The duties are very varied and will include providing reassurance and support to patients, assisting patients to change, helping with preparation for CT and MRI scans, IV cannulation, some clerical duties and the use of the departmental computer systems.

No previous experience is necessary as full training is provided, although skills in health care would be an advantage. The post will be NHS Band 2 to start with, progressing to Band 3 once competencies have been reached, though a commencement at Band 3 is possible if candidates already possess the necessary skills or experience.

Rota: Hours to be worked flexibly over seven days, covering shifts from 7am to 8pm

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital and the community CT scanner in Boscombe AECC.

Interview Date: 23th January 2026

Main duties of the job

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Physical Requirements

• Be able to work within the MRI environment, i.e. have no pacemaker or other implanted metal devices that prevent entry to an area of strong magnetic fields
• Able to wear lead apron, move coils and operate detachable couch

Qualifications

• Literate and numerate
• Computer skills

Knowledge and Experience

• Working with people
• Demonstrate an awareness of what the role requires
• Experience of hospital/care work
• Evidence of team-work

Interpersonal Skills

• Able to communicate well with people
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Flexible approach to work & tasks
• Ability to prioritise / plan ahead

Interpersonal skills & Attention to Detail

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Empathy for patients' circumstances
• Able to remain calm and patient in stressful circumstances

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 name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust