Senior Radiography Department Assistant | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,760 - £27,476 pa or pa pro rata |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.
The Cross Sectional Imaging department is large and very busy. We have 6 MRI scanners, 5 CT scanners and 2 Neuro-Interventional Angiography rooms in 5 locations across Southampton General Hospital. We also have 1 mobile CT scanner performing lung health check imaging and 1 CT scanner as part of the Community Diagnostic Centre at the Royal South Hants.
We carry out CT and MRI scans for a wide variety of patients including outpatients, inpatients, trauma patients and from all age groups. Patients may have physical and/or learning disabilities, be unconscious, injured, traumatised, uncooperative, incapacitated, disorientated or be terminally ill.
The service operates 24 hours / 7 days per week including Bank Holidays, and you will be required to work a variety of shifts to cover these opening hours. The shifts vary in length and may be 7.5 hours, 9.5 hours or 12 hours long, giving a 37.5-hour week on average.
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Work alongside Radiographers, Doctors and other Healthcare professionals
- Prepare patients for their CT and MR scans (including Radiation and MRI safety)
- Provide aftercare for patients undergoing CT and MRI-guided interventional procedures such as biopsies
- Perform peripheral cannulation
- Maintain the working environment, keeping it safe, stocked, tidy, ensuring it meets a high standard of cleanliness.
- Data entry and some admin tasks are required for maintaining patient records
What experience/skills are needed
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Someone with a genuine interest in Healthcare
Previous Healthcare experience
Good communication skills and a caring and calm personality
Willing to be flexible about your shifts
Basic computer skills with good attention to detail
This advert closes on Tuesday 11 Aug 2026
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