Job summary
Provide a professional high quality cost effective medical photography service to the Trust and other users
Ensure a high standard of work is maintained that meets client expectations and deadlines
Assist in the smooth running of the department by undertaking other related duties
Undertake and manage own workload maintaining all relevant records pertaining to Medical Photography Services.
Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values:
Main duties of the job
Clinical Photographer
The Medical Photography Department are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their team at Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. The candidate should have a degree in Photography or equivalent knowledge and experience of digital photography. They will contribute towards the provision of a high quality service to the Trust. A considerable amount of work is undertaken on wards but also in our studio, clinics and operating theatres. The successful candidate must be a team player but also able to use their own initiative and work on their own when required. Ophthalmic photography experience would be an advantage but is not essential, as ongoing training in all areas of the department will be provided.
The successful applicant will be required to be registered with AHCS (Academy for Health Care Sciences). If registration is yet to be achieved, the band for this post will be band 4 rising to 5 once registration with AHCS is achieved. Where registration is yet to be awarded, sponsorship for the required Graduate or Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Photography (Staffordshire University) will be provided by the TRUST. This is a distance learning qualification.
37.5 hours per week
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake appropriate photographic assignments as requested by clinical staff utilising a wide range of photographic skills including cross lighting macro and dermoscope photography. These assignments may be in the departments studio or on location in wards, theatres, Outpatient Departments or other departments. Occasionally taking these photographs may be distressing
Non Accidental Injuries (NAIs) on both children and adults may be required. This may result in interview by Police/Social Services and/or appearance in Court
Be able to communicate with service users complex photographic techniques and processes to assess the best techniques for their needs
To be available to staff who take their own photographs for advice on technique and procedures
Be able to use tact, diplomacy and sensitivity when dealing with patients
Undertake Retinal and Fundus Fluoroscein Angiography for the Ophthalmology Department
In depth knowledge of modern digital cameras and Post Processing Techniques using industry standard creative software
To be able to work to strict Standard procedures to ensure continuity of output
Manage own workload on a daily basis meeting the demands of the service.
To ensure the highest levels of confidentiality and data protection as the department produces many highly sensitive images. There are departmental protocols which must be followed to ensure patient data confidentiality
Be aware of the needs of any patient disabilities whist carrying out photography
Make professional judgements on the correct photographs required in any given situation taking into consideration patient and staff requirements and a range of technical, legal and social issues
Ensure the highest possible standards are provided to staff and patients with quality of patient care being of prime concern
Ensure patient welfare whilst in their care
Ensure all Request/Consent forms are correctly completed
Logging and uploading images to the Trusts Medical Image Management system and the Medical Photography Job management System
To maintain an up to date knowledge of current trends in clinical photography and an awareness of national best practice.
Occasionally support the Trusts Communications Department with Public Relations photography
Undertake studio portraiture for department/ward photoboards
Assist other members of the Medical Photography Team when required.
To work co operatively with other health care professionals
To identify through formal and informal discussion and annual appraisal personal developmental needs.
Agree a series of personal development goals and departmental objectives
To undertake tasks within the context of this post as requested by the Head of Medical Photography
Any other duties which may be required within the context of this job description and applicable to the grade of the post
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake appropriate photographic assignments as requested by clinical staff utilising a wide range of photographic skills including cross lighting macro and dermoscope photography. These assignments may be in the departments studio or on location in wards, theatres, Outpatient Departments or other departments. Occasionally taking these photographs may be distressing
Non Accidental Injuries (NAIs) on both children and adults may be required. This may result in interview by Police/Social Services and/or appearance in Court
Be able to communicate with service users complex photographic techniques and processes to assess the best techniques for their needs
To be available to staff who take their own photographs for advice on technique and procedures
Be able to use tact, diplomacy and sensitivity when dealing with patients
Undertake Retinal and Fundus Fluoroscein Angiography for the Ophthalmology Department
In depth knowledge of modern digital cameras and Post Processing Techniques using industry standard creative software
To be able to work to strict Standard procedures to ensure continuity of output
Manage own workload on a daily basis meeting the demands of the service.
To ensure the highest levels of confidentiality and data protection as the department produces many highly sensitive images. There are departmental protocols which must be followed to ensure patient data confidentiality
Be aware of the needs of any patient disabilities whist carrying out photography
Make professional judgements on the correct photographs required in any given situation taking into consideration patient and staff requirements and a range of technical, legal and social issues
Ensure the highest possible standards are provided to staff and patients with quality of patient care being of prime concern
Ensure patient welfare whilst in their care
Ensure all Request/Consent forms are correctly completed
Logging and uploading images to the Trusts Medical Image Management system and the Medical Photography Job management System
To maintain an up to date knowledge of current trends in clinical photography and an awareness of national best practice.
Occasionally support the Trusts Communications Department with Public Relations photography
Undertake studio portraiture for department/ward photoboards
Assist other members of the Medical Photography Team when required.
To work co operatively with other health care professionals
To identify through formal and informal discussion and annual appraisal personal developmental needs.
Agree a series of personal development goals and departmental objectives
To undertake tasks within the context of this post as requested by the Head of Medical Photography
Any other duties which may be required within the context of this job description and applicable to the grade of the post
Person Specification
Education, Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree in photography or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Prepared to undertake the Graduate or Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Photography.
Desirable
- BSc. in Medical Photography
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- High level of photographic technical skills using high end digital cameras
- Good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office.
Desirable
- To have previously worked within a Medical Photographic Department
- Previous experience of working within a hospital environment.
- Video and Graphic design experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Capable of working in a team and in isolation.
- To cope with noxious smells and sights of a distressing nature
- Highly organized and Attention to detail.
- To be able to use a VDU screen
- Able to work in operating theatres, mortuary and wards.
- Advanced Computer literacy
- Walking long distances during the day and carrying required photographic equipment
- Normal colour vision
- Able to work to strict Protocols both local and National (Institute of Medical Illustrators)
Desirable
- Able to work to standardised protocols
- Excellent communication skills.
Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Desirable
- Understanding of the importance of data confidentiality.
- Professional, pleasant, caring and responsible
- Willing and eager to learn appropriate new skills.
Person Specification
Education, Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Degree in photography or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Prepared to undertake the Graduate or Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Photography.
Desirable
- BSc. in Medical Photography
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- High level of photographic technical skills using high end digital cameras
- Good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office.
Desirable
- To have previously worked within a Medical Photographic Department
- Previous experience of working within a hospital environment.
- Video and Graphic design experience
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Capable of working in a team and in isolation.
- To cope with noxious smells and sights of a distressing nature
- Highly organized and Attention to detail.
- To be able to use a VDU screen
- Able to work in operating theatres, mortuary and wards.
- Advanced Computer literacy
- Walking long distances during the day and carrying required photographic equipment
- Normal colour vision
- Able to work to strict Protocols both local and National (Institute of Medical Illustrators)
Desirable
- Able to work to standardised protocols
- Excellent communication skills.
Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Desirable
- Understanding of the importance of data confidentiality.
- Professional, pleasant, caring and responsible
- Willing and eager to learn appropriate new skills.
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).
