About this role
Job summary
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.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions
Job description Job 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good standard of General Education Basic computer skills
Desirable
Computer Skills e.g. ECDL NVQ 3 in Health and Social Care or Equivalent qualification/demonstrable experience as a Radiography Department Assistant
Experience Essential
Working within a healthcare team Experience in basic nursing care and assisting with sterile procedures. Experience of hospital/care work
Desirable
Evidence of team work
Technical Skills Essential
Good attention to detail
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of basic nursing procedures, such as sterile procedures Knowledge of the role of an RDA
Desirable
Knowledge of Trust RIS and PACS systems Knowledge of Trust TMS system Knowledge of the Trust powergate system
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Poole Hospital
Longfleet Road
Poole
BH15 2JB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)