Job requirements
Essential
9 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
Literate and numerate
- Interpersonal Skills
Able to communicate well with people
- Interpersonal Skills
Good oral and written communication skills
- Physical Requirements
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
- Physical Requirements
Able to wear lead apron, move coils and operate detachable couch
- Knowledge and Experience
Working with people
- Knowledge and Experience
Demonstrate an awareness of what the role requires
- Interpersonal skills & Attention to Detail
Good oral and written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills & Attention to Detail
Empathy for patients’ circumstances
Desirable
7 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Qualifications
Computer Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
Flexible approach to work & tasks
- Interpersonal Skills
Ability to prioritise / plan ahead
- Knowledge and Experience
Experience of hospital/care work
- Knowledge and Experience
Evidence of team-work
- Interpersonal skills & Attention to Detail
Good attention to detail
- Interpersonal skills & Attention to Detail
Able to remain calm and patient in stressful circumstances
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.
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 HSU.
Interview Date: Tuesday, 20th October 2026
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.
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.
If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. 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.
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.
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This advert is for Radiographic Assistant CT & MRI with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Radiology assistant role. The advertised salary is £25,272 - £27,476 pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 12 Oct 2026.
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