Trainee Radiology Department Assistant

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust is seeking a dedicated individual for a pivotal role in the radiology department. This position involves direct patient contact and requires flexibility in working hours, including shifts and weekends. Responsibilities include supporting radiographers and nurses, registering patients, and assisting in minor procedures. Candidates should have effective communication skills and the ability to multitask. The Trust offers a vibrant working environment with a focus on inclusivity and various benefits, including generous annual leave and NHS Pension Scheme membership.

Benefits

At least 27 days of annual leave

Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card eligibility

Qualifications

• Must possess effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic patient care experience is required.
• Ability to be flexible with working hours.

Responsibilities

• Support radiographers, radiologists, and nurses in patient care.
• Register patients on the Radiology computer system.
• Assist in chaperoning patients and performing minor procedures.
• Perform clerical duties as required.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Basic patient care

Flexibility

Organisational astuteness

Multi-tasking and prioritising work

Good IT and administrative skills

Teamwork

Initiative and autonomy

Job description

Role Overview

The radiology department is recruiting for a pivotal role within the radiology team. The successful candidate will have direct patient contact as well as liaising with clinical personnel throughout the hospital. The role involves working a combination of 7.5 hours and 12 hours shifts including weekends, overnight and bank holidays to assist the Radiology service throughout the week, weekend and overnight. Therefore, you will require flexibility with your working pattern to be able to fully participate in this roster. The main tasks of the post will be to support the radiographers, radiologists and nurses in caring for patients, register the patients on the Radiology computer system and assist the Radiographers with transfer of patients if no porters are available. There will be some clerical duties but training will be given for all aspects of the post. Clinical tasks include chaperoning patients, cannulation, patient observations and assisting in minor procedures performed under imaging guidance. Competencies and training for this will be provided. New members of staff will find themselves welcomed into a vibrant and friendly department that has an attitude of inclusivity. We have an active social group comprising staff from all Bands who meet regularly to socialise after the stresses of the day.

Key Skills

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic patient care
• Flexibility
• Organisational astuteness
• An ability to multi task and prioritise work
• Good IT and administrative skills
• An ability to work within a team
• To use initiative and work autonomously when required

Patient confidentiality is essential to this role.

Trust Information

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second‑best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south‑east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day‑care beds, diagnostic services (X‑ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms. Looking for flexible working? We are a flexible working‑friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Benefits

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits.
• Blue Light card eligibility.
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below.