Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT UNTIL FEBRUARY 2027 DUE TO funding.IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST'The Department of Medical Illustration provides a high quality photographic imaging service to support the care of patients, diagnosis and training within Swansea Bay University Health Board. The post will be based at Morriston hospital, home to the Welsh Centre for Burns and Plastics, from where we provide a Health Board-wide service.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed photography graduate to join our department as part of a hard working team. We cover a range of specialities across Swansea Bay UHB some of which include Burns and Plastics, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Maxillofacial and Orthodontics and Wound Care. We also provide a Graphic Design service, Videography and 3D imaging.
The Trainee Clinical Photographer (Band 5 Annex 21) will be working towards gaining skills and experience to be competent in meeting the duties and responsibilities detailed in this job description. This will enable them to be eligible to apply for a qualified Band 5 Clinical Photographer position.
Main duties of the job
To work in a team of clinical photographers to produce clinical photographs / video to aid patient care, diagnosis, teaching, research, and publications.
The post holder will provide a range of photographic knowledge and skills to support a variety of multidisciplinary teams, across a range of clinical specialties within the organisation. Working in a variety of clinical environments, the post holder will use a combination of standardised and non-standardised photographic techniques.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The trainee will undertake the Level 7 Diploma in Clinical Photography, which will require the individual to commit to additional hours outside of the working day to complete the qualification.
For an informal discussion please contact Belinda Waters, Medical Illustration Department, Morriston Hospital on 01792 70388
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The trainee will undertake the Level 7 Diploma in Clinical Photography, which will require the individual to commit to additional hours outside of the working day to complete the qualification.
For an informal discussion please contact Belinda Waters, Medical Illustration Department, Morriston Hospital on 01792 70388
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Honours degree in Photography related subject
- Demonstrate knowledge of clinical photography practice in a range of clinical environments
- Knowledge of the range of services, equipment and software used in wider medical illustration practice
- Knowledge of consent, confidentiality, copyright, Mental Capacity Act, Data Protection and GDPR and other relevant legislation in relation to clinical photography practice
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Possess an Honours degree or equivalent qualifications, in photography or a relevant media related subject that has a focus on photography
- Alternatively, learners must have a minimum of two years' relevant professional photographic work experience
- Evidence of background research into the medical illustration profession and NHS
Desirable
- Hold a postgraduate / level 7 qualification in Clinical Photography or Medical Illustration.
- A member of the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) voluntary register for medical illustrators.
- Demonstrate some knowledge and understanding of current trends in the NHS and clinical photography profession.
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate a good level of technical skill in digital photography
- Demonstrate photographic skills in different environments including studio and on location
- Demonstrate skills in composition and visual perception
- Show a good level of computer literacy, particularly with digital imaging software
- Demonstrate good communication skills in a variety of settings and with a range of people.
- Demonstrate ability to work as a member of a team
- Demonstrate organisational skills.
- Show a desire for further personal and professional development and qualifications.
Desirable
- Demonstrate photography skills in a range of subject matter, e.g. still-life photography and portraiture. Demonstrate control of lighting on location and in the studio
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Honours degree in Photography related subject
- Demonstrate knowledge of clinical photography practice in a range of clinical environments
- Knowledge of the range of services, equipment and software used in wider medical illustration practice
- Knowledge of consent, confidentiality, copyright, Mental Capacity Act, Data Protection and GDPR and other relevant legislation in relation to clinical photography practice
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Possess an Honours degree or equivalent qualifications, in photography or a relevant media related subject that has a focus on photography
- Alternatively, learners must have a minimum of two years' relevant professional photographic work experience
- Evidence of background research into the medical illustration profession and NHS
Desirable
- Hold a postgraduate / level 7 qualification in Clinical Photography or Medical Illustration.
- A member of the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) voluntary register for medical illustrators.
- Demonstrate some knowledge and understanding of current trends in the NHS and clinical photography profession.
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate a good level of technical skill in digital photography
- Demonstrate photographic skills in different environments including studio and on location
- Demonstrate skills in composition and visual perception
- Show a good level of computer literacy, particularly with digital imaging software
- Demonstrate good communication skills in a variety of settings and with a range of people.
- Demonstrate ability to work as a member of a team
- Demonstrate organisational skills.
- Show a desire for further personal and professional development and qualifications.
Desirable
- Demonstrate photography skills in a range of subject matter, e.g. still-life photography and portraiture. Demonstrate control of lighting on location and in the studio
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).
