Radiographic Assistant

Job overview

We are looking for enthusiastic, flexible and resourceful individuals to join our multidisciplinary team of staff in one of our large X-ray departments within the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The post will be based at the Royal Victoria Infirmary or Freeman Hospital and will include rotation to our satellite sites depending on service needs. You will be expected to work a variety of working patterns including weekday, evening and weekend shifts. You must have a flexible approach to duties and have the ability to work alone as well as part of a team. Experience in a hospital/caring environment is desirable.

• Interview Date: Wednesday 04 November 2026
• Full time or part time across seven days a week incorporating 11hr and 7.5hr shifts. Please indicate your preference.
• You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.

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Main duties of the job

The role involves a wide range of duties, including patient care, assisting staff performing radiological procedures, portering and clerical work, which are all required to provide an efficient imaging service.

The successful candidate will require good communication and organisational skills, and be expected to work to agreed protocols and standards.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As a Radiographic Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of a high-quality imaging service across the Radiology Department. Working closely with radiographers and other healthcare professionals, you will help ensure patients receive safe, compassionate and efficient care throughout their visit.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting radiographers with a wide range of imaging activities, including patient preparation, positioning and support during examinations.
• Escorting patients to and from wards, departments and waiting areas, ensuring their comfort, dignity and safety at all times.
• Providing reassurance and support to patients, relatives and carers, including those who may be anxious, distressed or have additional communication needs.
• Preparing clinical areas and equipment for examinations, maintaining a clean, organised and safe environment.
• Supporting infection prevention and control practices and adhering to all Trust policies, procedures and radiation protection requirements.
• Using Radiology information systems to access patient information, maintain accurate records and support departmental administration activities.
• Assisting with reception and clerical duties when required, including greeting patients, booking examinations, printing worklists and responding to enquiries.
• Monitoring and replenishing departmental stock and reporting equipment faults or maintenance issues.
• Working flexibly across a range of imaging areas and sites as required, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Contributing positively as a member of the wider Radiology team and supporting service improvements.

This role involves regular movement of patients, equipment and stock, and requires the ability to work in a busy environment whilst maintaining excellent standards of patient care and communication

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.