Radiography Department Assistant (Band 2 progressing to Band 3)

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Radiology team at the University Hospital Dorset

The successful candidate will work part time, covering both sites and in addition take part in a shift rotation covering weekends. There will also be an occasional requirement to work in the Radiology Department at Christchurch Hospital and at our Community Diagnostic Centres at the Health Science University in Boscombe and St Mary's Poole

This is a Band 2 – Band 3 progression grade which entails developing the job competencies needed to carry out the full range of duties of the role through work experience and on the job/tailored training activities. Progression to Band 3 will follow the successful completion of all training and sign off of the specific job responsibilities. This is likely to take around twelve months and progression to Band 3 will be effective from formal sign off.

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. *

Hours to be discussed prior or at the interview

Base Location: Poole Hospital

Interview Date: Wednesday, 23rd September 2026

Main duties of the job

The Radiology Directorate undertakes a wide variety of examinations including X-rays, ultrasound scans and procedures under radiology guidance. Radiography Department Assistants (RDA’s) work in all these areas undertaking various roles. The main duties are:

• Performing basic nursing duties and care of the patient including applying dressings, dealing with bodily fluids, taking observations etc.
• Assisting Consultants and advanced practitioners with procedures under radiology guidance such as biopsies, drainages and aspirations.
• Inputting data into the department computer systems.
• Assisting patients to prepare for examinations by helping them undress and explaining the procedure to them whilst maintaining privacy and dignity.
• Preparing procedure rooms for the forthcoming patients by laying up sterile trolleys, mixing barium compounds etc.
• Assisting the patients through examinations, helping them to manoeuvre on the examination table, providing re-assurance and giving an explanation of what is happening.
• Liaison with other wards, departments and staff members to arrange patient appointments/care.

You will be working with Consultant Radiologists, Sonographers and Radiographers. A basic knowledge of nursing, or experience in a caring profession would be an advantage but is not essential as full training will be provided.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

Informal visits are encouraged to find out more about the role.

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.