Band 3 HCA Radiology MPH
| Posting date: | 02 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £25,760.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £25760.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 April 2026 |
| Location: | Taunton, TA1 5DA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9184-26-0452 |
Summary
The Radiology Health Care Assisted plays a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient delivery of diagnostic and interventional radiology services. The post holder provides high quality patient care through safe patient identification, preparation, transport, and observation while supporting radiographers, nurses, and medical staff in delivering diagnostic and interventional procedures. The role requires excellent communication skills, patient centred care, accurate documentation, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of safety, dignity, and service efficiency. Key Responsibilities Patient Identification & Safety Undertake positive patient identification prior to examinations and procedures in line with departmental policy. Complete preparatory safety documentation such as MRI safety forms and checklists. Monitor and record patient observations (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure) both manually and using monitoring equipment, escalating concerns to clinical staff. Patient Care & Clinical Support Assist patients with dressing, undressing, and personal comfort needs, maintaining privacy and dignity at all times. Prepare, position, and chaperone patients for radiology examinations, ensuring safety and reassurance. Measure patient height and weight for examinations where required. After appropriate training and assessment, gain peripheral vascular access (cannulation) for contrast imaging studies. Assist clinicians during emergency situations, including performing basic life support (BLS) when needed. Patient Transport & Handover Safely escort patients to and from wards and departments, assessing their fitness to travel and selecting the appropriate mode of transport (bed, trolley, stretcher, wheelchair). Provide accurate verbal and written patient handovers between wards and Radiology. Ensure all relevant documentation--clinical notes, imaging referrals, care plans--is transferred with the patient. Escort patients back to wards post procedure, monitoring puncture sites and applying manual compression in the event of rebleeding, once trained and deemed competent. Moving & Handling Assist with the movement, transfer, and positioning of patients using safe moving and handling techniques in accordance with Trust guidelines. Assist ambulant and non ambulant patients onto examination couches and equipment, often over extended distances within the hospital. Teamworking & Departmental Support Support radiographers, nurses, and medical staff in delivering patient centred imaging services. Maintain awareness of patient condition and communicate concerns promptly to clinical staff. Contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Good general standard of education (e.g., GCSEs or equivalent). Willingness to undertake inhouse training, including: Basic Life Support (BLS) Manual Handling Cannulation training Desirable Care Certificate or equivalent health care qualification. Previous training or certification in patient care or healthcare support roles. Experience Essential Experience working in a patient facing or care environment (healthcare, social care, or similar). Experience working as part of a team. Desirable Experience in an acute hospital environment. Experience with patient transport or radiology services. Knowledge & Skills Essential Understanding of patient confidentiality and professional boundaries. Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with patients, families, and staff. Ability to recognise and report changes in patient condition. Competence in basic IT skills and documentation. Ability to move and handle patients safely. Desirable Awareness of radiology procedures and imaging pathways. Knowledge of basic infection prevention and control practices. Personal Qualities Compassionate, patient focused approach. Reliable, punctual, and adaptable. Ability to remain calm under pressure. Commitment to delivering high quality care. Willingness to learn and develop new competencies.