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Job overview
Full time position. 37.5 hours 7 day service cover.
The Radiology Department is seeking experienced Radiology Assistants who are self-motivated and hardworking to join our team. The post will be based in the Radiology Department where you will help with patients during radiological examinations and support radiographers in the co-ordination of workflow through the department.
Please note: This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as we are unable to support visa applications for this position.
Main duties of the job
Experience of patient care and previous radiology assistant experience is required as you will be working alongside and supporting the Radiographers, Sonographers and Radiologists as they are conducting radiological examinations.
You will also be helping with general tasks such as taking calls from the wards or Emergency Department and directing clinicians to the correct contacts. You will be using the radiology department information system (CRIS) to action patient attendances and maintain accurate data records. You will participate in cleaning and stocktaking duties.
There will be a requirement to commit to working both daytime and night shifts as well as participation in a 7-day 24-hour service.
The role is interesting and varied and candidates must be keen to learn, enjoy a challenge and have the ability to use their own initiative.
Computer skills are essential.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
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
Other
Essential
- Ability to work flexibly (weekends and evenings)
Skills
Essential
- Communication (both written and spoken)
Desirable
- infection control training/ Knowledge/ ANTT
- Moving and handling training/experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work with any basic software packages/ IT qualification
- Understanding of the role applied for and its requirements
- transferable skills, relevant to the role
Desirable
- Knowledge of CRIS or other RIS systems
- Basic Radiation Protection knowledge
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Evidence of continuing development
- Evidence of working independently or as part of a team
Desirable
- Working in NHS
- Clerical training or experience
- Experience as a Health & Care Assistant or Imaging Support Worker
Qualifications
Essential
- General education (including Maths and English) grade C or equivalent or high education qualification
Desirable
- Health care qualification/ care certificate
- Other qualifications relevant to the role
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This advert is for Radiology Assistant with Bolton NHS Foundation Trust in Royal Bolton Hospital. It is listed as a Band 2 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Sep 2026.
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