Radiographic Assistant

Job overview

Closing Date: 3rd June 2026

Shortlisting to take place after closing date: Commencing 4th June 2026.

Interview expected to take place: W/C 15th June 2026.

Due to current Home Office Guidelines, Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

The Radiographic Assistant undertakes a wide range of administrative duties and direct patient care to support the BTHFT Radiology team within a busy and dynamic department. This role is primarily based in the Primary Imaging (X-Ray) department at the Bradford Royal Infirmary (BRI), which covers a 24-hour service, 7 days a week.

Main duties of the job

• Assist radiographers in the safe handling of patients, in accordance with Trust Moving and Handling guidance.
• Always promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Adhere to Information Governance, ensuring patient confidentiality.
• Provide hygiene support for patients if required.
• Enable and assist patients to access and use toilet facilities.
• Provide eating and drinking support for patients who require assistance.
• Chaperone X-ray examinations where required and appropriate.
• Assistance with patient changing for examinations.
• Escalate safeguarding concerns appropriately.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective communication skills in assisting patients, relatives, and carers with information regarding the Radiology department.
• Work closely with radiographers, radiologists, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to maintain a smooth and effective service.
• Escort patients within and outside the department where required.
• Utilise efficient IT and computer skills to access and input patient data.
• Monitor patient wait times and communicate delays with the waiting area and referring departments.