# Imaging Support Worker > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for North Bristol NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/imaging-support-worker/9b39ac86-a651-473d-8c2d-6f968da29ee8 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/imaging-support-worker/9b39ac86-a651-473d-8c2d-6f968da29ee8.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** North Bristol NHS Trust - **Location:** Southmead Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Radiology assistant - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 per annum, pro rata for part time roles - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part time - 21 hours per week (10 hours per week also available) - **Closing date:** 2026-10-19T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-05T14:40:33.717Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Bristol/Bristol/Bristol_NHS_Foundation_Trust_BFT/Imaging/Imaging-v8309429 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8309429?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.nbt.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and motivated individuals to join our Imaging Support Worker (ISW) team. We have 2 part-time opportunities available: 1) Part time, 10 hours per week - Saturdays and Sundays - based in the Cotswold Building supporting the Early Pregnancy Centre / Sonography service (EPC) 2) Part time, 21 hours per week - Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 17.00-21.30 (4.5hrs per day) & Saturdays 8-4 (7.5hrs) - based in the Brunel Building supporting the MRI service Please ensure you can complete either of these shift patterns prior to applying. As an Imaging Support Worker, you will play an important role in helping patients feel welcomed, supported and cared for throughout their visit. Working alongside our multidisciplinary imaging teams, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality services within imaging. This is an entry-level Band 2 position with a supported development pathway to Band 3 following successful completion of the required competencies. Want to understand more about Imaging at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust? Take a look at our video here! ### Main duties of the job As part of our team, you will: - Welcome and support patients before, during and after their examination or procedure. - Provide reassurance and practical assistance to patients during their visit. - Act as a chaperone when required. - Help coordinate patient flow within the department to ensure services run smoothly and efficiently. - Support reception, administrative and portering activities as required. - Work closely with radiographers, radiologists, nurses and other colleagues to deliver an excellent patient experience. This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys helping others, thrives in a busy environment and is committed to delivering outstanding patient care. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Clinical: Support registered radiology/nursing staff in the provision of essential care to patients by assisting patients whilst in the radiology department according to trust policy and procedures with: - Acting as a chaperone whilst undergoing some examinations - To assist in the Imaging rooms, giving explanations and reassurance - Aiding dressing and undressing - To be able to undertake reception duties when required - Help to promote and maintain a clean, comfortable and tidy environment in the department, which meets the needs of patients, their relatives/carers and friends - Contribute to accurate written and computerised documentation relevant to patient care ensuring confidentiality of patient information at all times. - Assist the multi professional team to prepare and support patients undergo treatment and/or investigation maintaining privacy and dignity at all times - Chaperone patients during intimate procedures as required. - Escort and transport non-acute patients with no treatment in progress and/or their relatives/carers to other wards and departments within the Trust , via wheelchair, beds and trolleys - Be aware of the importance of good health and the health education needs of patients as identified within individual care plans. After completion of the appropriate training Prepare and undertake agreed clinical activities (These will vary between wards and departments) such as: - Receive and store medication and products - Use of mechanical aids to assist movement and handling of patients - Assist with the preparation of trolleys for use in clinical areas Reception: Promote a friendly and welcoming environment for both staff and visitors in order to inspire confidence in the department and Trust. - Receive and assist patients and all visitors attending the department in a courteous and professional manner. - Ensure request forms and other documentation is correctly completed in line with departmental procedures. - Maintain and update accurate attendance, personal and appointment details on the Computerised Radiology Information Systems (CRIS) - Update the electronic hospital system to ensure the correct patient details are available on the CRIS. - Confidently deal with queries coming through the department via telephone and face to face. - Receive and accurately pass on information to relevant personnel. - Deal with incoming post and distribute throughout their area and where necessary re-direct to the correct area. - Perform general clerical duties and work within clerical teams under the office supervisor. Personal Responsibilities - Maintain personal standards of hygiene and promote universal precautions to limit cross infection - To wear uniform as agreed by North Bristol Trust - Participate in training and development programmes as identified by the department Manager and contribute to the development of others - Keep up to date with changing practice attend Trust training programmes as required - Ensure the Trust’s Policies and Procedures are known and followed - Refer to the registered Radiographer/Nurse regarding any situation which is not within your current responsibility ### Applicant requirements 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. ## Person Specification ### Work Experience **Essential** - Experience of having worked in a patient/customer focused environment - Experience of clerical and administrative duties, evidence of working to tight deadlines - Must be able to work as a member of a team and work independently - Experience of time management skills and prioritising work ### Education/Training **Essential** - Minimum two GCSE/O level qualifications, to include English Language and Mathematics C or above - Completion of the Care Certificate or willingness to complete - Willingness to complete additonal traning and competencies ### Knowledge, skills & abilities **Essential** - Knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft word and outlook, good keyboard skills and a willingness to learn new IT packages - Ability to work on multiple tasks with interruptions from more than one service user - Must be able to produce work of an accurate and high standard, with competence in writing and recording information ## Documents - [dbs charges information (pdf, 71.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=3004) - [dbs charges information (pdf, 148.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?ddoc=2398) - [imaging support worker jd (pdf, 776.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10629608) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.