Job summary
We are looking to appoint ahighly skilled and motivated qualified Medical Photographer to join our dedicated team within the Medical Photography Department at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
This is a dynamic role that will involve travel across various hospital sites and partner institutions where our department provides services. Flexibility and adaptability are key, as you'll be working in a range of clinical environments.
We are seeking a candidate with a strong foundation in photography--someone who holds a Degree in Photography or a BSc in Medical Illustration, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Photography.
The successful applicant will be:
This is a great opportunity to contribute to a vital service that supports patient care, clinical documentation, education, and research.
Main duties of the job
As a Medical Photographer at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, you will carry out a diverse range of clinical photography across all the hospital sites we serve. Your work will include visiting wards, theatres and outpatient clinics to capture clinical images, as well as undertaking studio-based photography at our dedicated facility within the Radiology Department at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
In addition to clinical photography, your responsibilities will include:
You'll be working closely with a wide variety of patients and healthcare professionals, so excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential to succeed in this role. A compassionate and professional approach is key, as is the ability to work sensitively in clinical environments.
About us
The Medical Photography Department at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals currently consists of a team of 10 Clinical Photographers and 1 Clinical Videographer. The department delivers a comprehensive clinical photography andvideography service across all hospital sites in Sheffield. Additionally, we provide services under formal agreements to Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Our services support a wide range of clinical specialities, including (but not limited to):
We also play a vital role in supporting clinical trials by providing high-quality clinical and scientific photography.
As part of our team, you will be joining an organisation that values its staff and is deeply committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a recognised leader in both the NHS and research sectors, offering excellent staff benefits, strong support for professional development, and a wide range of initiatives to promote work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc / BA or equivalent in Photography
- PgCert Clinical Photography
- Registration with Academy of Healthcare Clinical Scientists (AHCS)
Desirable
- Registration with Institute of Medical Illustrators
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification photographic work experience
- Understanding of photographic and digital technology
- Computer literate, experience of relevant specific software e.g. Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft office suite. Image database software.
- Ability to undertake photographic assignments to required national and local standards
- Clinical Photography experience, lighting and positioning patients in a studio or clinical environment
- Experience of using photographic processing software, eg Adobe Photoshop and Digital Image Asset Management Systems
- Clinical Photography experience, lighting and positioning patients in a studio or clinical environment
- Accurate and timely recording of both written and electronic information whilst maintaining confidentiality
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
Desirable
- Ophthalmic Photography Experience
- Previous experience working as a Medical Photographer
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work well under pressure, using own initiative
- Ability to participate in planning and organisation of own workload
- Ability to concentrate and give attention to detail
- Ability to participate in and contribute to staff meetings
- Ability to photograph potentially distressing or unpleasant environments, including trauma, disease or in the presence of the recently bereaved
- Carry, manoeuvre, set-up and operate photographic and video AV equipment
Desirable
- Accurate and timely recording of both written and electronic information
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
- Experience of video filming and production
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to develop a sympathetic attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels and grade of staff
- Ability to work as a member of a professional team
- Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative
- Hold a current full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle that can be used for work purposes?
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc / BA or equivalent in Photography
- PgCert Clinical Photography
- Registration with Academy of Healthcare Clinical Scientists (AHCS)
Desirable
- Registration with Institute of Medical Illustrators
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification photographic work experience
- Understanding of photographic and digital technology
- Computer literate, experience of relevant specific software e.g. Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft office suite. Image database software.
- Ability to undertake photographic assignments to required national and local standards
- Clinical Photography experience, lighting and positioning patients in a studio or clinical environment
- Experience of using photographic processing software, eg Adobe Photoshop and Digital Image Asset Management Systems
- Clinical Photography experience, lighting and positioning patients in a studio or clinical environment
- Accurate and timely recording of both written and electronic information whilst maintaining confidentiality
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
Desirable
- Ophthalmic Photography Experience
- Previous experience working as a Medical Photographer
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work well under pressure, using own initiative
- Ability to participate in planning and organisation of own workload
- Ability to concentrate and give attention to detail
- Ability to participate in and contribute to staff meetings
- Ability to photograph potentially distressing or unpleasant environments, including trauma, disease or in the presence of the recently bereaved
- Carry, manoeuvre, set-up and operate photographic and video AV equipment
Desirable
- Accurate and timely recording of both written and electronic information
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
- Experience of video filming and production
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to develop a sympathetic attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels and grade of staff
- Ability to work as a member of a professional team
- Ability to work unsupervised and on own initiative
- Hold a current full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle that can be used for work purposes?
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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 convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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 convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
