Radiography Department Assistant (Band 2 progressing to Band 3)
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Poole, BH15 2JB
Salary
£25,272 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
16 September 2026
12 days left
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Radiology team at the University Hospital Dorset The succe...
The Radiology Directorate undertakes a wide variety of examinations including X-rays, ultrasound scans and procedures under radiology guidance. Radiography Department Assistants (RDA's) work in all these areas undertaking various roles. The main duties are:
- Performing basic nursing duties and care of the patient including applying dressings, dealing with bodily fluids, taking observations etc.
- Assisting Consultants and advanced practitioners with procedures under radiology guidance such as biopsies, drainages and aspirations.
- Inputting data into the department computer systems.
- Assisting patients to prepare for examinations by helping them undress and explaining the procedure to them whilst maintaining privacy and dignity.
- Preparing procedure rooms for the forthcoming patients by laying up sterile trolleys, mixing barium compounds etc.
- Assisting the patients through examinations, helping them to manoeuvre on the examination table, providing re-assurance and giving an explanation of what is happening.
- Liaison with other wards, departments and staff members to arrange patient appointments/care.
You will be working with Consultant Radiologists, Sonographers and Radiographers. A basic knowledge of nursing, or experience in a caring profession would be an advantage but is not essential as full training will be provided.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Informal visits are encouraged to find out more about the role.
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 teammates and colleagues.UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of General Education
- Basic computer skills
Desirable
- Computer Skills e.g. ECDL
- NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or Equivalent qualification/demonstrable experience as a Radiography Department Assistant
Experience
Essential
- Working within a healthcare team
- Experience in basic nursing care and assisting with sterile procedures.
- Experience of hospital/care work
Desirable
- Evidence of team work
Technical Skills
Essential
- Good attention to detail
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of basic nursing procedures, such as sterile procedures
- Knowledge of the role of an RDA
Desirable
- Knowledge of Trust RIS and PACS systems
- Knowledge of Trust TMS system
- Knowledge of the Trust powergate system
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
4 September 2026
Last checked
4 September 2026
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