Job summary
Here at The Mid
Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, a rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Medical
Photographer to join us for a fixed period. This vacancy is temporary, for a period of six months. Both full time
and part time hours will be considered. We require someone who has
excellent organisational and Interpersonal skills and who can continuously
improve themselves and help others to do so within our department. The
successful candidate must have a BSc in Medical Illustration or a relevant
degree plus the IMI PEC or a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Illustration.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate Clinical photography, Studio and location-based
photography.
The role is
challenging and fast paced, requiring a candidate that can step into this role
with confidence, professionalism and the ability to motivate themselves and
others. We are looking for
someone who can uphold our trust values & behaviours and play a crucial
role in delivering an excellent service.
We are a three-site trust and as part of your role you may be
required to work across all sites at Pinderfields, Pontefract and Dewsbury,
including the new Community Diagnostic Centre in central Wakefield. We offer a
regular staff shuttle service between the main sites for staff convenience and
ease.
If you would like to attend for an informal chat or a look
round, please contact Michael Wigglesworth on 01924 541652.
Main duties of the job
Provide a high-quality cost effective
clinical and non-clinical photographic service for patient record, research,
teaching and publication to clinicians and other health care professionals.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Digitally capture accurate, clinical photographic images of patients in the studio, on the wards and operating theatres around the hospital on a daily basis.
Have the expertise to recognise medical conditions and surgical procedures and demonstrate the visual appearance for documentation.
Undertake appropriate photographic examinations as requested by clinicians, referring questionable requests to a senior medical photographer.
Respect patient dignity and cultural differences during photographic sessions.
Insert appropriate oral retractors and/or mirrors to facilitate dental, oral surgery and facial maxillary photography.
Produce photographic evidence for the police accompanied by written police statements.
Undertake medico-legal requests for solicitors.
Participate in the training of undergraduate medical photographers.
Digitally capture non-clinical images in the studio and on location.
Produce digital images from 35mm negatives/slides, books, x-rays and illustrations via scanners and cameras.
Discuss with service users their particular requirements and advise appropriately to ensure efficient use of resources and quality of service.
Share responsibilities of the departments administrative duties i.e., writing letters, filing, stock control, ordering consumables and making patient appointments in the absence of the medical photography coordinator.
Maintain the departments confidential patient records, ensuring the correct patient demographics are digitally tagged to each image.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Digitally capture accurate, clinical photographic images of patients in the studio, on the wards and operating theatres around the hospital on a daily basis.
Have the expertise to recognise medical conditions and surgical procedures and demonstrate the visual appearance for documentation.
Undertake appropriate photographic examinations as requested by clinicians, referring questionable requests to a senior medical photographer.
Respect patient dignity and cultural differences during photographic sessions.
Insert appropriate oral retractors and/or mirrors to facilitate dental, oral surgery and facial maxillary photography.
Produce photographic evidence for the police accompanied by written police statements.
Undertake medico-legal requests for solicitors.
Participate in the training of undergraduate medical photographers.
Digitally capture non-clinical images in the studio and on location.
Produce digital images from 35mm negatives/slides, books, x-rays and illustrations via scanners and cameras.
Discuss with service users their particular requirements and advise appropriately to ensure efficient use of resources and quality of service.
Share responsibilities of the departments administrative duties i.e., writing letters, filing, stock control, ordering consumables and making patient appointments in the absence of the medical photography coordinator.
Maintain the departments confidential patient records, ensuring the correct patient demographics are digitally tagged to each image.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Medical Illustration or a relevant degree plus the IMI PEC or a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Illustration.
- Equivalent qualifications considered.
Desirable
- CAMIP registration, ECDL.
Experience
Essential
- Clinical photography, Studio & location based.
- Nonclinical photography.
Desirable
- Film scanning, flat copy, illustration, videography.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Smart appearance.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- General IT skills/computer literacy.
- Working with digital imagery.
Desirable
- Patient information systems.
Other
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Digital work flow.
- Understanding of colour management.
Desirable
- Proficiency using Photoshop, Fotostation & Office applications.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Medical Illustration or a relevant degree plus the IMI PEC or a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Illustration.
- Equivalent qualifications considered.
Desirable
- CAMIP registration, ECDL.
Experience
Essential
- Clinical photography, Studio & location based.
- Nonclinical photography.
Desirable
- Film scanning, flat copy, illustration, videography.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Smart appearance.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- General IT skills/computer literacy.
- Working with digital imagery.
Desirable
- Patient information systems.
Other
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Digital work flow.
- Understanding of colour management.
Desirable
- Proficiency using Photoshop, Fotostation & Office applications.
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).
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).
