Radiographic Assistant CT & MRI

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

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset is recruiting a clinical support worker to assist in preparing and caring for patients undergoing CT and MRI scans at Poole Hospital. You will work alongside the CT & MRI team, helping radiographers, handling IV cannulation (training), and performing light admin tasks. Flexibility across shifts is required.

No prior experience is necessary as full training is provided; Band 2 starting, with progression to Band 3 on competency achievement. Based in Poole.

Qualifications

• Literate and numerate.
• Computer skills.
• Experience of hospital/care work.
• Evidence of teamwork.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Ability to prioritise / plan ahead.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and care of CT/MRI patients.
• Support radiographers and provide patient comfort.
• Assist with IV cannulation (training provided) and manual handling.
• Handle some administrative tasks.
• Work flexible shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

Skills

Literate

Numerate

Computer Skills

Experience of hospital/care work

Team-work

Good oral and written communication

Flexible approach

Prioritise / plan ahead

Job description

Main area Radiology Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Full Flexibility Required) Job ref 153-SP06847

Department name 01. UHD - General Recruitment Site Poole Hospital Town Poole Salary £25,272 - £27,476 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 14/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 22/10/2026

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.

As a clinical support worker you will be required to work alongside the CT and MRI team. This involves supporting the radiographers, providing care and comfort for our patients whilst preparing them for their examinations, I.V cannulation (training will be provided if necessary) manual handling and some administrative work. This role will require flexibility and adaptability, good teamwork and interpersonal skills, with excellent communication and organisation skills .Please see the job description for full details of the requirements

Applications are invited from individuals who can demonstrate a professional attitude to work, a high standard of communication skills, a caring and compassionate approach and a commitment to team working.

The successful candidate will be required to work shifts of 7am-5pm, 8am-6pm, 10am-8pm and 1pm-11pm (inclusive of weekends and bank holidays).

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.

Base Location: Poole Hospital

Interview: 22nd October

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.

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

Working for our organisation

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not bereimbursed. 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.

UHD has active networks including Women’s, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process

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.