Radiographic Assistant CT & MRI

University Hospitals Dorset; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking an assistant for the CT and MRI scanner department to help prepare and care for patients undergoing scans at Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Boscombe HSU.

Based in Bournemouth, the role offers NHS Band 2 stepping to Band 3 on competency, with flexible shifts from 7am to 8pm across seven days. Full training provided; sponsorship not offered.

Qualifications

• Literate and numerate.
• Computer skills.
• Experience in hospital/care work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and care of patients undergoing CT and MRI scans.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients during procedures.
• Assist with IV cannulation and clerical duties.
• Use departmental computer systems and maintain records.
• Be flexible to work across Trust locations.

Skills

Literate and numerate

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Main area Radiology Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Full Flexibility Required) Job ref 153-SP06860

Department name 01. UHD - General Recruitment Site Royal Bournemouth Hosptal Town Bournemouth Salary £25,272 - £27,476 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 12/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 20/10/2026

As University Hospitals Dorset we are a three site acute trust with 'university hospital' status through our partnership with Bournemouth University, working with an annual budget of £730m.

We offer highly regarded health services, employing some 10,000 staff. Our ambitious £500m transformation programme is well on the way to delivering state-of-the-art facilities over the next two years to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the populations we serve.

In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with over seven miles of sandy beaches you'll find inspirational opportunities to achieve your perfect work/life balance. With the New Forest and the Purbecks on our doorstep, we’re also less than three hours from London by road or train. The thriving towns of Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch give way to idyllic villages and unspoilt landscapes just minutes from our hospitals.

We believe that having a diverse workforce, and allowing people to be themselves, is essential in ensuring we offer an inclusive, welcoming and productive place to work.

We especially welcome applications from minority groups in the community who may be underrepresented in our workforce.

At UHD our active staff network groups are the Women's Network, Black Asian Minority Ethnic Group (BAME), Pride Network, European (EU), Pro Ability Staff Network, and the Armed Forces Support Group.

As a Trust we are proudly signed up to the Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant guaranteed interview schemes.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support the preparation of their application. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of your own experience and suitability. Personal integrity is an important part of the recruitment process.

Job overview

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.

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 / 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 HSU.

Interview Date: Tuesday, 20th October 2026

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.

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.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

Working for our organisation

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 team mates and colleagues

Detailed job description and main 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

Please note:

Staff recruited are expected to be available to work flexibly across all our Trust locations to meet service demands.

This advert may be closed early if sufficient applications are received.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst this vaccination is not a condition of employment we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.

Internal Candidates: staff employed prior to merger who voluntarily change jobs will be appointed to UHD terms and conditions.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.