Medical Photographer

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Independently undertake clinical and scientific photography of adults and children across a variety of clinical environments, including photographic studios, outpatient clinics, wards, operating theatres, emergency departments and other Trust locations.

Produce high-quality clinical images that accurately document patient conditions and support diagnosis, treatment planning, patient records, education, publication, research and medico-legal requirements.

Select, adapt and apply appropriate photographic techniques, including specialist lighting methods, composition, exposure control and colour management, to ensure images are clinically accurate, reproducible and fit for purpose.

Respond to urgent, complex and demand-led clinical photography requests, prioritising workload appropriately to meet the needs of patients and clinical services.

Maintain competence across the full range of Medical Photography services and demonstrate a high level of technical proficiency in clinical imaging, image management and the use of photographic equipment.

Utilise and maintain photographic, imaging and digital asset management systems, including Adobe Creative Suite, electronic patient record systems and departmental databases, ensuring the secure management of confidential patient information.

Undertake image processing, quality assurance and post-production activities in accordance with departmental protocols, professional standards and legal requirements, ensuring that image authenticity and clinical integrity are maintained at all times.

Obtain, document and manage informed patient consent in accordance with Trust policies, professional guidance and relevant legislation, ensuring patients understand the purpose, use and storage of their images.

Exercise a high degree of professionalism and discretion when working with vulnerable, distressed or critically unwell patients, adapting communication styles to meet individual needs and circumstances.

Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all relevant information governance, data protection, copyright and image security legislation, policies and procedures.

Manage and organise clinical photography workloads, including appointment scheduling, data management, record keeping and the efficient progression of requests through departmental workflows.

Independently participate in Teledermatology services and associated imaging activities following successful completion of departmental competency assessments.

Undertake specialist photographic assignments including dermoscopy, wound photography, private patient photography, clinical audit projects and other services delivered by the department.

Contribute to the delivery of non-clinical photography, videography and digital media projects, including staff portraits, newborn photography for our new maternity project, corporate communications, events, publications, presentations and Trust promotional materials.

Support the implementation and development of new technologies, imaging techniques, digital workflows and service improvements that enhance patient care and departmental efficiency.

Develop effective professional relationships with consultants, clinicians, nurses, allied health professionals and multidisciplinary teams, acting as a specialist resource on clinical imaging requirements and best practice.

Participate in departmental meetings, training programmes, competency assessments and continuing professional development activities, maintaining evidence of ongoing professional learning.

Work flexibly across Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, West Middlesex University Hospital and other Trust sites as required to meet service demands and ensure continuity of care.

Work flexibly to support service delivery, including undertaking occasional variations to normal working hours in response to clinical priorities, service demands and operational requirements.

Actively contribute to the delivery of a patient-focused, innovative and high-quality Medical Photography service that supports the strategic objectives of the Trust.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria

• BA/BSc or other qualification in Photography, Digital Imaging, Media Production, Graphic Design or a related discipline, or a portfolio demonstrating equivalent knowledge and experience

Skills & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Evidence of effective communication skills
• Experience of providing a customer, patient or client-focused service
• Experience of working as part of a team

Personal qualities

Essential criteria

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and motivation for the role

Important

• There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, this will be due to a high volume of applications. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Please check your emails regularly (and your junk folder) as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
• In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.
• During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.
• Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.
• Some roles may require weekend shift working across multiple sites
• We operate a joint recruitment hub across the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative Group. As part of this, your application and personal data may be shared with partner trusts within the group for recruitment and workforce purposes, in line with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Right to work

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