Radiology Department Assistant | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 09 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,937 - £26,598 Per annum - Pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7725910/188-CL090126 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Are you hard working, adaptable and quick to learn? Do you have experience in a healthcare, caring or public facing setting? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. We are looking to recruit Radiology Department Assistants (RDAs) to join our fast-paced Cross Sectional Imaging team within the Radiology Department at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS).
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.
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At UHSwe’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, recognizing 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’LL 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 including CT and MRI guided interventional procedures such as biopsies
• Cannulation
• Maintain the working environment keeping it safe, stocked, tidy ensuring it meets a high standard of cleanliness.
• Data entry and admin tasks are required for maintaining patient records
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
• Someone with a genuine interest in Healthcare
• Previous Healthcare, caring or public facing experience
• Good communication skills and a caring and calm personality
• Willing to be flexible about your shifts and able to cover service hours outlined above
• Basic computer skills with good attention to detail
This advert closes on Friday 23 Jan 2026