Job summary
"Say cheese" isn't something you'll need to ask, however you will need to have a friendly smile to put your patients at ease if you wish to become a medical photographer in our small but perfectly formed team.
You will see all areas of the Trust so there will be no problem meeting your step count target!
You must be able to prioritise workload, multi task and maintain a consistent high standard of work.
As a band 5 medical photographer you will be expected to hold a degree in medical illustration/photography or equivalent and be AHCS registered.
For those candidates who do not meet these criteria, we will consider applicants with a degree in photography or equivalent for a training position whilst you undertake a graduate/postgraduate certificate in clinical photography. You will be required to become AHCS registered on completion.
If you are invited for interview, a relevant portfolio of photography from the last five years will need to be shown (no more than 10 pieces.)
If you are enthusiastic, pro-active and good with people, please ring to have an informal chat about what we can offer you.
Main duties of the job
Based over our two sites at the Royal Preston Hospital and Chorley District Hospital, you will need to be able to travel and work on your own and as part of a team to help provide clinical photography for a range of specialities across the Trust. These include but aren't limited to, dermatology, plastics, maxillo-facial, orthodontics, tissue viability, gynaecology, radiology, oncology, major trauma and oculoplastics. You will be working on wards, in theatre, outpatients and in a studio setting, using standardised procedures. Post production and uploading images onto our digital imaging system, ensuring accuracy and high standards are met.
This is ideal for someone with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, who wants to continuously improve their skills and services offered.
The post is full time, 37.5 hours
About us
We have 9000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.
You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties will include, but not be limited to:
- Performing a range of clinical photography across two sites for medical records, teaching, publication, medical research and publication requirements. This will include challenging situations such as non-accidental injury and bereavement photography.
- Downloading, editing and quality checking images before uploading onto Fotoweb, the Trust imaging system.
- Experienced in ward, theatre, outpatient and studio photography.
- Use of Adobe Photoshop and digital imaging software.
- Have a knowledge of medical conditions, terminology, and anatomy
- Ensure relevant informed consent has been gained and understood
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties will include, but not be limited to:
- Performing a range of clinical photography across two sites for medical records, teaching, publication, medical research and publication requirements. This will include challenging situations such as non-accidental injury and bereavement photography.
- Downloading, editing and quality checking images before uploading onto Fotoweb, the Trust imaging system.
- Experienced in ward, theatre, outpatient and studio photography.
- Use of Adobe Photoshop and digital imaging software.
- Have a knowledge of medical conditions, terminology, and anatomy
- Ensure relevant informed consent has been gained and understood
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Photography Degree
- Clinical Photography PGC
- GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths
- AHCS Accredited Registration
Desirable
- Professional Body Membership
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a Medical Photography department
- Experience in digital dmaging software & database usage, including Adobe Photoshop/Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
- Experience of troubleshooting problems
- Experience of working within a team
- Knowledge of clinical photographic techniques & protocols
- Knowledge of issues surrounding consent, copyright, confidentiality & security of sensitive clinical images
- Knowledge of basic medical conditions, terminology and anatomy
- Good knowledge of health and safety regulations
Desirable
- Experience in ophthalmic imaging
- Experience using Fotoweb/Fotostation
- Experience using Harris Flex and Evolve systems
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to use clinical reasoning skills and reflect on the implications of outcomes
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to safely move and handle patients
- Ability to apply and maintain an evidence base to a range of approaches
- Effective resource management skills
- Effective information management skills including word, email, and internet search
Additional
Essential
- A commitment to personal and professional development
- Reliable and punctual
- Keen to develop evidence based practice and to demonstrate clinical effectiveness
- Ability to manage own workload effectively under pressure and contribute ideas towards the development of the team
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Photography Degree
- Clinical Photography PGC
- GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths
- AHCS Accredited Registration
Desirable
- Professional Body Membership
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a Medical Photography department
- Experience in digital dmaging software & database usage, including Adobe Photoshop/Creative Suite and Microsoft Office
- Experience of troubleshooting problems
- Experience of working within a team
- Knowledge of clinical photographic techniques & protocols
- Knowledge of issues surrounding consent, copyright, confidentiality & security of sensitive clinical images
- Knowledge of basic medical conditions, terminology and anatomy
- Good knowledge of health and safety regulations
Desirable
- Experience in ophthalmic imaging
- Experience using Fotoweb/Fotostation
- Experience using Harris Flex and Evolve systems
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to use clinical reasoning skills and reflect on the implications of outcomes
- Clear verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to safely move and handle patients
- Ability to apply and maintain an evidence base to a range of approaches
- Effective resource management skills
- Effective information management skills including word, email, and internet search
Additional
Essential
- A commitment to personal and professional development
- Reliable and punctual
- Keen to develop evidence based practice and to demonstrate clinical effectiveness
- Ability to manage own workload effectively under pressure and contribute ideas towards the development of the team
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.
