Radiographer Assistant

Radiographer Assistant – UK Ministry of Defence

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Due to the expansion of our imaging department, we are seeking a caring, motivated, and reliable Radiographer Assistant to join our dynamic imaging team at DMRC Stanford Hall, Loughborough.

This is a highly rewarding role that combines direct patient care with essential administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the department. Whether assisting in clinical procedures or managing administrative tasks, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and service to our patients.

The vacant post is full time 37.5 hours per week. Requests to work flexibly and/or part time will be considered, taking into account business needs.

Due to the service expansion, the post holder will be required to cover shifts between  Monday‑Friday.

If you are a compassionate, motivated individual looking to join a dedicated team and make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of our growing imaging department!

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities to help you excel in your role.
• A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity.
• Free on‑site parking
• Access to gym, running track and swimming pool, racket sports, cross country runs/walks.
• The chance to work in a modern, expanding imaging department equipped with state‑of‑the‑art technology.
• A rewarding role that combines patient care with administrative responsibilities, providing variety and professional growth.

Joining our imaging team offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while developing your skills in a supportive and professional environment.

The successful applicant will assist imaging staff in the provision of imaging services and assist Radiologists in specialised areas of work. Providing direct patient care and administrative duties including reception and clerical tasks, to ensure a high quality of service for patients.

The post holder will be required to hold strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team, and to remain calm and focused in a fast‑paced environment.

The post holder will help maintain the professional standards of the department and will undertake a range of delegated radiography‑related duties across MRI, US, and Fluoroscopy.

• Assisting in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures and supporting radiologists during interventional and minor surgical procedures.
• Acting as a chaperone when required, ensuring patient comfort and dignity at all times.
• Safely transferring and moving patients, adhering to manual handling protocols.
• Carrying out basic nursing care tasks, such as recording patient observations.
• Ensuring patient confidentiality, dignity and observing safeguarding protocols.
• Providing administrative support, including reception cover, answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and updating patients' electronic records.
• Maintaining a calm and professional demeanour under pressure while delivering compassionate care.

Our success depends on our people – the Whole Force, consisting of regular and reservist military, civil servants and contractors, all working as one, working together seamlessly to deliver for us.

Our civil servants are a central part of this Whole Force, developing strategy, making policy, supporting ministerial decision‑making and Parliamentary processes. With over 2,000 different roles working across 650 sites around the world, now really is an excellent time to join one of the largest, most exciting departments in government.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to attracting and retaining people from across the full range of backgrounds and enabling flexible ways of working as the norm. We offer maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks full pay followed by 13 weeks of statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid, and paternity leave of 2 weeks full pay.

In return, you can expect a department that helps you learn and develop that recognises…