# Radiographic Assistant CT & MRI > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/radiographic-assistant-ct-and-mri/795515b5-28db-48b2-a87f-b427c8d8a9ff - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/radiographic-assistant-ct-and-mri/795515b5-28db-48b2-a87f-b427c8d8a9ff.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Poole Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Radiology assistant - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £25,272 - £27,476 pa - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Full Flexibility Required) - **Closing date:** 2026-10-14T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-30T07:30:38.804Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Dorset/Poole/University_Hospitals_Dorset_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Radiology/Radiology-v8310752 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8310752?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhd.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview 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. As a clinical support worker you will be required to work alongside the CT and MRI team. This involves supporting the radiographers, providing care and comfort for our patients whilst preparing them for their examinations, I.V cannulation (training will be provided if necessary) manual handling and some administrative work. This role will require flexibility and adaptability, good teamwork and interpersonal skills, with excellent communication and organisation skills .Please see the job description for full details of the requirements Applications are invited from individuals who can demonstrate a professional attitude to work, a high standard of communication skills, a caring and compassionate approach and a commitment to team working. The successful candidate will be required to work shifts of 7am-5pm, 8am-6pm, 10am-8pm and 1pm-11pm (inclusive of weekends and bank holidays). 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. Base Location: Poole Hospital Interview: 22nd October ### 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. Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities ### 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 ### Qualifications **Essential** - Literate and numerate **Desirable** - Computer Skills ### 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 ### 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 ### 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 & 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 ## Documents - [dbs - faqs (pdf, 102.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2417) - [ct/mri csw job description (pdf, 288.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10631100) - [ct mri personal specification (pdf, 280.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10631101) ## 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.