Job responsibilities
JOB
PURPOSE
To
provide clinical and ophthalmic imaging for diagnostic purposes, case record,
research, teaching and publication abiding by all consent, confidentiality
and legal guidelines.
To
provide a scientific and non-clinical photography service (including video)
following local standards and guidelines.
JOB
DIMENSIONS
The
Medical Illustration service provides the photographic, video and design
service to every clinical specialty within LTHT.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
All post-holders are expected to
have obtained accreditation in the following two areas:
Clinical
Photography Accreditation:
-
HND/degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant media qualification and
Certificate in Clinical Photography (Graduate or Post Graduate)
Or
-BSc Clinical Photography/Medical
Illustration photography.
The
post-holder will have experience of working within Medical Illustration or
ophthalmic imaging across the range of principal duties listed in this job
description.
All
post-holders must be highly computer-literate.
All
clinical photography should be undertaken in accordance with the Institute of
Medical Illustrators Code of Conduct and it is incumbent on the post holder
to be fully conversant with these guidelines.
THE
LEEDS WAY VALUES
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this
as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our
staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centered
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All
our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Additionally
the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:
Commitment
to maintain high standards of service delivery in accordance with LTHT
guidelines and policies.
Commitment
to continual learning with recognition that mistakes provide the opportunity
for analysis so as to improve processes in the future.
Commitment
to own development and that of the Medical Illustration team.
CORE
BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS
Photographers
should have a sympathetic and professional attitude to patients.
Photographers
should have a smart appearance and the ability to communicate effectively
with patients, Medical staff and the general public.
The
ability to work cheerfully and effectively as part of a team which may be
under pressure, to meet constant deadlines is essential.
Understanding
of the need to deliver against the Trusts core behaviours to enable an
environment which leads to excellent performance.
CORE
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
An
understanding of the organisation, its objectives, and how Medical
Illustration contributes to achieving those objectives.
PRINCIPAL
DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
To undertake ophthalmic imaging
procedures including fluorscein angiography.
To undertake clinical recordings of
patients and pathological specimens in various settings including the
operating theatre and post mortem room.
Primary grading ofimages for
virtual clinics. Where urgent cases are identified ensure these are escalated
.
To consult directly with service
users, gather information and contribute to the design of project briefs.
To undertake subsequent image
management, including the appropriate electronic editing of images and video.
To undertake photographic and video
assignments e.g. P.R. photography, architectural and industrial photography
etc.
To assist in the design and
subsequent participation of clinical audit to ensure effective clinical
governance.
To support and train junior staff.
On occasions, provide information
regarding workload and recommend the allocation of staff according to clinical
need.
To be conversant with modern trends
in scientific photography / imaging, including related computer skills.
The design and input of electronic
presentations, this may include scanning of the original material. There is
an increasing role to support users in producing their own presentations.
Use computer graphics and desk top
publishing software for the production of artwork, including the production
of conference posters.
Ensure accurate documentation of
clinical and non-clinical requests and where necessary assist in their
archiving and retrieval. This includes electronic and paper methods.
The Medical Illustration Department
provides clinical services and there are occasions where it is necessary to
work overtime in order to meet the needs of the service. This may be at short
notice.
Additional
responsibilities
Co-ordinate the production of
non-routine video projects which will include undertaking sound recordings
for subsequent dubbing. This increases the commitment to overtime.
Health
and Safety/Risk Management
All
staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and
improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service
users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals
NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety policies, in particular by
following agreed safe working procedures, and reporting incidents using the
Trust Incident Reporting system.
Infection Control
The
jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS
Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal
Infection Control Precautions. Hand hygiene must be performed before and
after contact with patients and their environment.
Equality
and Diversity
The
jobholder must co-operate with all policies and procedures designed to ensure
equality of employment. Co-workers,
patients and visitors must be treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnic
origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.
Training
and Personal Development Continuous Professional Development
The
jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for
his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional
Development remains a priority. The jobholder will undertake all mandatory
training required for the role.
Respect
for Patient Confidentiality
The
jobholder should respect patient confidentiality at all times and not divulge
patient information unless sanctioned by the requirements of the role.
KEY
RESULT AREAS
The
post-holder will undergo staff appraisal at least annually where a number of
objectives will be set with defined timescales for completion. Objectives
will be directly linked to departmental and Trust objectives and will also
include personal development objectives as mutually agreed with the line
manager.
COMMUNICATION
& WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
The
department operates a rotation system for providing cover of clinics across
sites and this is organised by the Team Leader on a daily basis. He/she will
be expected to work as part of the Medical Illustration team although some
elements of the work require the post-holder to work unsupervised. The
post-holder will report to the Team Leader on a daily basis.
SPECIAL
WORKING CONDITIONS
The
post-holder will work across the Leeds Teaching Hospital sites and also
service points within the Leeds area defined by the Leeds Primary Care
Trusts.
PHYSICAL
EFFORT:
Works
in awkward positions including at height, on a daily basis.
Dexterity
and good hand-eye co-ordination needed for clinical photography e.g.
positioning of dental mirrors and retractors in patients mouth.
Speed,
accuracy, and dexterity is essential to achieve required images for
paediatric ophthalmic imaging.
Needs
to frequently carry a case of clinical camera equipment weighing 8.1 Kilos.
Needs to occasionally (once per week) carry heavier (12-20 Kilos)
cases/tripods/lights
MENTAL
EFFORT:
Prolonged
periods of time operating computers and grading images
Training
junior staff in some clinical and ophthalmic photography techniques (several
hours per session).
EMOTIONAL
EFFORT:
Indirect
exposure to distressing situations eg photography in theatres or post
mortems, photography of trauma or cancer patients who can be highly
distressed and worried..
WORKING
CONDITIONS:
Photographing
Non-accidental Injury cases for Community Paediatrics parents can be
verbally or physically aggressive (several times per week).
Occasional
exposure to body fluids and unpleasant smells when in clinical settings.
