Radiology Support Worker

Go back South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 11 February 2026

The Trust are currently looking to recruit highly motivated, enthusiastic, and compassionate Radiology Assistants/Support workers to join our fast-paced and friendly Radiology department.

We offer a vibrant and exciting place to work; with a professional hard-working team who are looking forward to welcoming staff to our department.

We provide a comprehensive Care Certificate Programme (which consists of both classroom and self-directed study) that will support you in achieving the competencies and skills required to deliver high quality and safe patient care.

It is a condition of employment that all Radiology Assistant/Support Workers attend and complete the Care Certificate and achieve their competencies within 12 weeks of commencing in post. Progression to a band 3 is on satisfactory completion of the Care Certificate and a period of consolidated learning.

As a Radiology Support Worker, you will support the radiology department in all areas: plain-film X-ray, CT scan, MRI, Ultrasound and Interventional Radiography (site dependent). Supporting the team in the provision of a 24/7 service.

Your role will include preparing patients for various investigations, acting as chaperone, moving and handling, patient care and use of computers.

It is essential that you have good communication and IT skills. You must be able to demonstrate a caring and compassionate attitude in all aspects of care delivery.

You should be able to demonstrate excellent patient care, maintain confidentiality, work on your own initiative and as part of a team, and understand the importance of following standard operating policies and procedures.

Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups. Looking after our workforce's health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

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• To assist radiographers, sonographers and radiologists in carrying out a wide range of diagnostic imaging examinations, including mobile, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT and MRI.
• Ensure high standards of patient care at all times and assist in developing a sensitive and caring environment for patients and carers within Radiology.
• Carry out clerical and administrative duties as required.
• Participate in flexible working arrangements to meet the needs of the service including out of hours working.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

• Maths and English at level 1 or above (GCSE A-E or equivalent) or equivalent health care experience.
• Willingness to complete Competency Based Assessments and a Portfolio of evidence, in order to achieve the Care Certificate and any other training related role
• Care Certificate

• Demonstrable experience working in a healthcare environment
• Demonstrable experience working with IT
• Previous work within a Radiology setting

• Demonstrate well developed written, verbal, listening skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative or as a team player
• Demonstrate willingness to work flexibly to ensure service provision
• Ability to perform Moving and Handling tasks
• Ability to maintain confidentiality/security.
• Show compassion, care and maintains patients privacy and dignity
• Experience of Radiology Information Systems

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…