University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Radiographic Assistant CT & MRI

The closing date is 12 January 2026

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.

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 AECC.

Interview Date: 23th January 2026

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.

About us

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

Details

Date posted

29 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

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 Hosptal

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW


Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Job description

Job 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

Essential

  • 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

Essential

  • Literate and numerate

Desirable

  • Computer Skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

  • Experience of hospital/care work
  • Evidence of team-work

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

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

Desirable

  • Flexible approach to work & tasks
  • Ability to prioritise / plan ahead

Interpersonal skills & Attention to Detail

Essential

  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Empathy for patients' circumstances

Desirable

  • Good attention to detail
  • Able to remain calm and patient in stressful circumstances
Person Specification

Physical Requirements

Essential

  • 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

Essential

  • Literate and numerate

Desirable

  • Computer Skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

  • Experience of hospital/care work
  • Evidence of team-work

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

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

Desirable

  • Flexible approach to work & tasks
  • Ability to prioritise / plan ahead

Interpersonal skills & Attention to Detail

Essential

  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Empathy for patients' circumstances

Desirable

  • 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

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bournemouth Hosptal

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Bournemouth Hosptal

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead CT & MRI

Sarah Chinn

sarah.chinn4@nhs.net

03000195866

Details

Date posted

29 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

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 Hosptal

Bournemouth

BH7 7DW


Supporting documents

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