Radiographic Assistant CT & MRI

NHS; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Bournemouth seeks an enthusiastic assistant to join the CT & MRI scanner department. The role involves helping patients with preparation for scans, providing support, and collaborating with medical staff. Ideal candidates will demonstrate good communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and a background working with patients. The position offers flexible hours and a salary range of £24,465 to £26,598 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience working closely with patients during procedures.
• Ability to operate computer systems related to department tasks.
• No metal implants that prevent entry to MRI environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and care of patients undergoing scans.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients.
• Perform clerical duties as required.

Skills

Good oral and written communication skills

Working with people

Computer Skills

Good attention to detail

Able to remain calm and patient

Education

Literate and numerate

Job description

Job Summary

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, assisting with preparation for CT and MRI scans, IV cannulation, some clerical duties and use of the departmental computer systems.

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

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.

Details

Date posted: 29 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: 2

Salary: £24,465 to £26,598 a year pa

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part‑time

Reference number: 153‑SP05343

Job locations: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW

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

Desirable

• Computer Skills

Knowledge and Experience

• Working with people
• Demonstrate an awareness of what the role requires

Interpersonal Skills

• Able to communicate well with people
• Good oral and written communication skills

Attention to Detail

• Good attention to detail
• 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 Details

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW

Employer's Website

https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)