Job summary
Responsible for providing all aspects of clinical photography for diagnosis, case records, education, research and publication.
Responsible for providing a general photographic support service for patient information, research, publication, education and public relations.
To assist in the development of the clinical photographic service internally and with external commissioning providers.
To support in the design and setting of standards for clinical and non-clinical photography across University Hospitals Sussex, with continuing responsibility for delivery of high quality photographic work to clients' specifications and deadlines, ensuring client satisfaction.
Main duties of the job
The CMC has a need for a replacement qualified clinical photographer as a member of the team who has now left.
The role is needed as a clinical photographer has left the department and we need to replace them to maintain our current clinical commitments across the Trust.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Adheres to unit protocols and policies
- Is aware at all times of the requirements to follow GDPR and Caldicott requirements with particular awareness of sensitivity of the images being produced and works within Trust guidelines and policies with regard to patient consent and confidentiality to clinical photography.
- Carries responsibility for assessing Gillick competency of minors and judging the understanding of consent authorisation by the patient prior to undertaking photography.
- Provides advice and guidance in interpreting legislation and policy guidelines to Trust staff when required regarding consent, confidentiality and photography.
- Ensures correct archiving and labelling of digital images on central server. Controls access to the information in line with GPDR.
- Manages quality control and performance review in conjunction with Head of CMC.
- Troubleshoot day-to-day on-site issues with staff and service users.
- Responsible for on-site colour management of monitors and peripheral devices to ensure accuracy of clinical records.
- Responsible for the safe use, maintenance and storage of valuable digital camera and video equipment.
- Responsible for on-site stock control of photography and other materials as agreed with team manager.
- Acts as role model and advisor to less experienced staff.
- Supports senior staff to create a suitable, supportive and safe team environment.
- Supervises placement students within the photographic section of the department as appropriate.
- Ensures daily team wellbeing is assessed and supported and that weekly huddles take place.
- Participates teammeetings in the absence of the Head of CMC.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Adheres to unit protocols and policies
- Is aware at all times of the requirements to follow GDPR and Caldicott requirements with particular awareness of sensitivity of the images being produced and works within Trust guidelines and policies with regard to patient consent and confidentiality to clinical photography.
- Carries responsibility for assessing Gillick competency of minors and judging the understanding of consent authorisation by the patient prior to undertaking photography.
- Provides advice and guidance in interpreting legislation and policy guidelines to Trust staff when required regarding consent, confidentiality and photography.
- Ensures correct archiving and labelling of digital images on central server. Controls access to the information in line with GPDR.
- Manages quality control and performance review in conjunction with Head of CMC.
- Troubleshoot day-to-day on-site issues with staff and service users.
- Responsible for on-site colour management of monitors and peripheral devices to ensure accuracy of clinical records.
- Responsible for the safe use, maintenance and storage of valuable digital camera and video equipment.
- Responsible for on-site stock control of photography and other materials as agreed with team manager.
- Acts as role model and advisor to less experienced staff.
- Supports senior staff to create a suitable, supportive and safe team environment.
- Supervises placement students within the photographic section of the department as appropriate.
- Ensures daily team wellbeing is assessed and supported and that weekly huddles take place.
- Participates teammeetings in the absence of the Head of CMC.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Clinical photography Post Grad Cert
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken Clinical Photography Qualification
Desirable
- Registered with AHCS
- Experience working as a Qualified Clinical Photographer
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Clinical photography Post Grad Cert
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken Clinical Photography Qualification
Desirable
- Registered with AHCS
- Experience working as a Qualified Clinical Photographer
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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).
