Imaging Department Assistant

Job summary

At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.

As we prepare to officially launch our brand-new Community Diagnostics Centre (CDC) in Hanley, S-O-T, UHNM's Imaging Department is excited to welcomeenthusiastic and motivated Imaging Department Assistants to join our expanding Community X-ray team. This is a full time role. 37.5hrs per week.

In this vital support role, you'll work alongside Radiographers and Assistant Practitioners at the new CDC and across our four existing community sites. The team operates seven X-ray rooms across five locations in North Staffordshire, including:

• Haywood Hospital
• Leek Moorlands Hospital
• Longton Cottage Hospital
• Cobridge Health Centre
• Hanley CDC

You'll be part of a rotational team, delivering high-quality care across all sites.

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about patient-centred care, excellent communicators, and adaptable team players ready to make a difference in a dynamic, multi-site environment.

Main duties of the job

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role with a wide variety of responsibilities--including data entry, front desk duties, direct patient care, supporting Diagnostic Radiographers, managing clinical stock, and keeping our departments spotless and well-organised.

We're looking for driven individuals who live and breathe our Trust's values, bring strong organisational and IT skills, and thrive in a team that puts patients first.

To apply, you'll need experience working in a caring environment and hold at least five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above--including Maths and English.

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) is among the largest and most advanced healthcare providers in the UK. Operating across two main sites--Royal Stoke University Hospital in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford--we proudly serve a population of approximately three million people. Renowned for our state-of-the-art facilities, excellence in teaching, and pioneering research, we are also the designated major trauma centre for the North Midlands and North Wales.

At UHNM, every employee plays a vital role, regardless of position. We offer a broad range of development programmes designed to help individuals unlock their full potential and thrive in their careers.

We actively foster a culture of inclusion, ensuring equal and transparent opportunities for professional growth. As a diverse and inclusive employer, we are committed to creating an environment where all staff feel respected, supported, and empowered. In return, we ask our employees to embrace the values that unite us--values co-created with our staff, patients, and carers.

We firmly believe that investing in our people directly enhances the quality of care we provide. Our staff are just as important as the patients and communities we serve.

Job responsibilities

For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 5 GCSE's or equivalent vocational course, to include English grade C/4 or above

Desirable

• NVQ2 or 3 in Care
• Evidence of personal development

Experience

Essential

• Experience in a patient /client facing caring envirement / role

Desirable

• Experience of working in a NHS clinical role
• Experience of working within a imaging department in a clinical role

Skills Knowledge

Essential

• Computer literate, familiar with microsoft packages and able to undertake accurate data entry
• Ability to organise prioritise
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Working knowledge of raditaion information systems

other

Essential

• Previous visit /experience in X-ray department
• Ability to participate in a 24/7 roster and flexible approach
• Driving License