# Senior Radiology Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-radiology-assistant/34903f39-28f1-40c7-8959-b348d09a2931 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-radiology-assistant/34903f39-28f1-40c7-8959-b348d09a2931.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Dorchester - **Region:** South West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £25,760 - £27,476 Pro Rata Per Annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, Flexible working, 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-06-14T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-05-28T08:01:18.743Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Dorset/Dorchester/Dorset_County_Hospital_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Radiology/Radiology-v8041019 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8041019?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.dchft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We are recruiting a full-time or part time Radiography Assistant in the Diagnostic Imaging Department. The Radiography Assistant is essential for the smooth running of the Diagnostic Imaging Service, supporting both the patients and staff. This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations. ### Main duties of the job The role includes: - Clinical support and patient care during imaging procedures involving MRI, CT, Ultrasound and plain x-rays. - Assisting in movement of beds, wheel chairs, and patients using manual handling equipment provided. - Preparing  the clinical rooms for procedures and working aseptically during procedures. - Entering data into the radiology computer system. - Communicating with members of staff outside of the department to arrange complex scanning procedures. We are looking for a motivated and caring individual who is ready to learn new skills and join our friendly team. The department operates a seven day service and shifts involving evenings, weekends and community hospital sites. To arrange an informal visit or discuss the role further , please contact Noelia Fernandez Carretero, Lead Radiology Assistant or Helen Derbyshire, Deputy Lead Sonographer. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at \[email protected\] if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. ## Job Details We are recruiting a full-time or part time Radiography Assistant in the Diagnostic Imaging Department. The Radiography Assistant is essential for the smooth running of the Diagnostic Imaging Service, supporting both the patients and staff. This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations. ## Job Description The role includes: Clinical support and patient care during imaging procedures involving MRI, CT, Ultrasound and plain x-rays. Assisting in movement of beds, wheel chairs, and patients using manual handling equipment provided. Preparing the clinical rooms for procedures and working aseptically during procedures. Entering data into the radiology computer system. Communicating with members of staff outside of the department to arrange complex scanning procedures. We are looking for a motivated and caring individual who is ready to learn new skills and join our friendly team. The department operates a seven day service and shifts involving evenings, weekends and community hospital sites. To arrange an informal visit or discuss the role further , please contact Noelia Fernandez Carretero, Lead Radiology Assistant or Helen Derbyshire, Deputy Lead Sonographer. ## Responsibilities Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at \[email protected\] if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. ## Person Specification ### SKILLS & ABILITIES **Essential** - Evidence of ability to communicate with all levels of staff and members of the general Public - Evidence of ability to work under pressure **Desirable** - Evidence of ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team - An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained - Evidence of basic computer skills ### KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE **Essential** - Patient care – experience of working with patients, vulnerable groups **Desirable** - Understanding of the radiology department ### EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING **Desirable** - NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care ## Documents - [dorset map (pdf, 59.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=683) - [jd & ps b3 (pdf, 384.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10329567) - [trust values (pdf, 678.1kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1050) - [dbs code of practice (pdf, 54.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=682) - [the nhs constitution (pdf, 568.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1051) - [advice for candidates (pdf, 110.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=689) - [dch recruitment information pack (pdf, 1.2mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2819) - [guidance regarding disabled staff (pdf, 96.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=684) - [car parking information for employees (pdf, 225.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=680) - [joint strategy - dorset county hospital and dorset healthcare (pdf, 6.0mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2899) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.