Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Radiographic Department Assistant - Ultrasound
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Radiology Department Assistant – Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
About Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation.
Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because diversity strengthens our hospital. If you share our values and enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home here.
Role Overview
Position Title
Radiology Department Assistant (Developmental: Band 2 → Band 3 progression)
Contract & Pay
- Grade: Band 2 (£25,272)
- Pay progression to Band 3 upon completion of training
- Full/Part-time roles available
- Permanent contract
- Weekly hours: 37.5 hours
- Staff Group: Additional Clinical Services
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Key Responsibilities
Role Purpose
Providing care and support for individuals through diagnostic and interventional activities as part of a multi-disciplinary team in acute hospitals and community sites (e.g., Gosport, Fareham, Petersfield).
Primary Duties
- Assist Sonographers and Radiographers in:
- Preparing patients for imaging
- Providing care during imaging (reassuring anxious patients)
- Supporting post-procedure care
- Ensure efficient and smooth imaging processes while prioritising patient safety and experience
- Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold Trust values (respect, dignity, courtesy)
- Operate within your sphere of competence at all times
- Interact professionally with:
- Patients, service users, carers
- Registered healthcare professionals
- Social care staff, administration, management
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Requirements
Essential
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English & Maths
- Basic ICT skills
- Demonstrable compassion and hands-on care in a hospital environment
- Driving licence or access to public transport (post involves community work)
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in care (or relevant modules)
- Articulate communication skills
- Good standard of education
- Familiarity with the NHS structure and values
Additional Notes
- Diversity welcome: We celebrate and value contributions from all backgrounds, including:
- Education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity, age, religion, disability, and more.
- See our [People & OD Strategy 2026] for further details on inclusivity.
- For full job details, please refer to the attached Job Description.
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