Senior Radiology Support Specialist

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust is inviting applications for the Senior Radiographic Department Assistant within the Cross Sectional Imaging team of the Radiology Department. The role is permanent and involves assisting radiographers, preparing patients for CT and MR scans, and supporting 24/7 service delivery across multiple sites in Southampton.

You will work closely with radiographers, doctors and other healthcare professionals, with opportunities to develop a broad range of skills

Qualifications

• Relevant healthcare experience and caring/public-facing background.
• Strong communication and teamwork are essential.
• Flexibility to cover varied shifts including weekends/bank holidays.
• Familiarity with hospital workflows and basic computer duties preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for CT and MR scans including radiation/MRI safety.
• Assist radiographers and clinicians in imaging procedures.
• Cannulation and aftercare for imaging patients.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stocked working environment; basic data entry for patient records.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

NVQ 3 in Health/Social Care or equivalent

A-levels or equivalent

Tools

CRIS (Computed Radiology Information System)

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust is inviting applications for the Senior Radiographic Department Assistant within the Cross Sectional Imaging team of the Radiology Department. The role is permanent and involves assisting radiographers, preparing patients for CT and MR scans, and supporting 24/7 service delivery across multiple sites in Southampton.

You will work closely with radiographers, doctors and other healthcare professionals, with opportunities to develop a broad range of skills