As a radiography assistant, or imaging support worker, you would help qualified radiographers with their day-to-day duties.

Your work would often include:

• Providing reassurance to patients using the department
• giving information to patients about their treatment
• Transporting patients to and from other wards and departments
• Helping to maintain image processing systems and accessory equipment
• Reporting any faults with equipment
• Providing emotional and physical support to patients during treatment
• Assisting the radiographer with procedures, such as biopsies
• Clerical tasks, such as booking appointments