Job summary
Imaging Assistant
Department: Imaging
Band 3 £24,937 - £26,598 pro rata if part-time
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week across seven days, Permanent position with full and part time hours available, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Are you looking for a new challenge in the new year? If so, why not consider becoming an Imaging Assistant withing the Imaging department at Milton Keynes University Hospital.
It is an exciting time to join the Trust as a new scanning centre is due to open in the Spring 2026 and there are two Community Diagnostic Centres at Lloyds Court and Whitehouse Park.
Your role will involve prioritising patient care by transporting them safely to and from Imaging and caring for them during their time in the various modalities in Imaging, such as Ultrasound, CT and MRI.
There will also be housekeeping duties, and some administrative tasks. We will also invest in your own personal development, with a period of induction, receiving training in venepuncture and cannulation and completion of the care certificate. As you will be working across all three sites driving is essential.
We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role
Interview date: 3rd, 4th & 5th February 2026
Main duties of the job
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute
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To assist Radiologists, Radiographers, Sonographers, Assistant Practitioners and Clerical staff undertake a wide variety of tasks throughout the department, as part of the multidisciplinary team, to ensure service efficiency, whilst maintaining high standards of patient-centred care.
Maintain knowledge and understanding of the range of examinations undertaken within the Imaging Department so that appropriate support and care can be given.
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Demonstrate awareness and respond to the wellbeing of a wide range of patients. To have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of a variety of CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Fluoroscopy and General x-ray examinations. This should include anatomy and medical terminology relevant to a range of different clinical areas. Working within all Imaging Modalities. Use acquired clinical knowledge to answer questions about Radiology examinations when making appointments and communicating with service users. To work across all modalities within Imaging such as CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Xray, Mobile Xray, Theatres, A&E, Interventional Radiology, and Fluoroscopy. Be fully conversant with all aspects of Radiology Information System and use the system for administrative tasks such as attending patients, post-processing examinations, booking appointments and assisting with queries. Provide administrative support, answer the phone and deal with queries as appropriate. Demonstrate and apply a working knowledge of Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 (IRR99), Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations (IRMER), MRI safety, moving and handling, health and safety, infection control and information governance policies, as applied in each clinical area. Be prepared for potentially distressing or aggressive situations and behave appropriately. Liaise with ward staff to co-ordinate inpatient preparation and appointment booking for Radiological procedures. Liaise with paediatric team for booking MRIs under sedation for young children, send out appointments and provide relevant information to parents/carers in advance.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Demonstrate awareness and respond to the wellbeing of a wide range of patients. To have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of a variety of CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Fluoroscopy and General x-ray examinations. This should include anatomy and medical terminology relevant to a range of different clinical areas. Working within all Imaging Modalities. Use acquired clinical knowledge to answer questions about Radiology examinations when making appointments and communicating with service users. To work across all modalities within Imaging such as CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Xray, Mobile Xray, Theatres, A&E, Interventional Radiology, and Fluoroscopy. Be fully conversant with all aspects of Radiology Information System and use the system for administrative tasks such as attending patients, post-processing examinations, booking appointments and assisting with queries. Provide administrative support, answer the phone and deal with queries as appropriate. Demonstrate and apply a working knowledge of Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 (IRR99), Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations (IRMER), MRI safety, moving and handling, health and safety, infection control and information governance policies, as applied in each clinical area. Be prepared for potentially distressing or aggressive situations and behave appropriately. Liaise with ward staff to co-ordinate inpatient preparation and appointment booking for Radiological procedures. Liaise with paediatric team for booking MRIs under sedation for young children, send out appointments and provide relevant information to parents/carers in advance.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Broad education to include Grade C GCSE (Equivalent in English and Mathematics)
- Basic knowledge of a Radiology Department
Desirable
- GCSE (or equivalent) in science subject
- Proven record of continued learning
- Basic knowledge of NHS structure
- NVQ in healthcare
Experience
Essential
- Experience in patient or client facing care
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or within an imaging department or within a multidisciplinary team in a clinical setting
- Previous work as an HCA or similar
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills both verbal and written
- Adaptable
- Good organisational skills
- Able to use initiative and work under pressure
- Ability to support colleagues and work as part of the team
- Able to work autonomously
- Demonstrate good time management skills
- Ability to compassionately manage sensitive situations
- Able to handle aggressive or distress with understanding and tactful
Desirable
Personal and people development
Essential
- Adaptable and approachable
- Team spirit
- Calm, methodical, accurate and well organised
- Professional, confident & Proactive attitude
- Take ownership of responsibility
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- Presentable
- Friendly disposition
- Commitment to further personal development
Communication
Essential
- Good communicator - spoken, written and non-verbal
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
- Flexibility on working patterns.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in different areas of Radiology Department as required
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Broad education to include Grade C GCSE (Equivalent in English and Mathematics)
- Basic knowledge of a Radiology Department
Desirable
- GCSE (or equivalent) in science subject
- Proven record of continued learning
- Basic knowledge of NHS structure
- NVQ in healthcare
Experience
Essential
- Experience in patient or client facing care
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or within an imaging department or within a multidisciplinary team in a clinical setting
- Previous work as an HCA or similar
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills both verbal and written
- Adaptable
- Good organisational skills
- Able to use initiative and work under pressure
- Ability to support colleagues and work as part of the team
- Able to work autonomously
- Demonstrate good time management skills
- Ability to compassionately manage sensitive situations
- Able to handle aggressive or distress with understanding and tactful
Desirable
Personal and people development
Essential
- Adaptable and approachable
- Team spirit
- Calm, methodical, accurate and well organised
- Professional, confident & Proactive attitude
- Take ownership of responsibility
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- Presentable
- Friendly disposition
- Commitment to further personal development
Communication
Essential
- Good communicator - spoken, written and non-verbal
Specific requirements
Essential
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
- Flexibility on working patterns.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in different areas of Radiology Department as required
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.
