Medical Photographer, Amersham HP7 0JD

Job summary

We are excited to be seeking an enthusiastic qualified clinical photographer to join our busy three site department.

The Medical Photography and Video service for Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is an evolving service that is rapidly growing to meet the changing needs of its patients and clinicians.

The Trust comprises of three main hospitals; High Wycombe, Amersham and Stoke Mandeville with each site requiring skill and expertise in different specialties including (but not limited to) orthodontics, dermatology, plastics, spinal injuries and ENT. In addition, we also offer a limited service to our colleagues and patients in the community.

The post offered will be primarily based at Amersham Hospitals, where you will be supported by the Senior Photographers, Senior Videographer and Clinical Service Lead; although all team members are rota'd to cover all three Trust sites.

You will have a minimum of 1 years experience in medical photography although consideration may be given to newly qualified candidates as appropriate training can be provided.

You will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to work innovatively and without supervision.

You will show an enthusiasm for clinical imaging and a willingness to learn new skills and techniques The opportunity for a trainee position may be considered for candidates who do not hold the required PGCert in Clinical Photography.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for providing high quality clinical photography for diagnosis, case records, education, research and publication across a wide range of specialities and disciplines.To provide Telederm services across the Trust and engage with our AI supported diagnostic services.Be responsible for providing a general photographic support service for patient information, research, publication, education and public relations.

To assist senior photographer team in provision of clinical video services

To deputise for the Senior Clinical Photographer in their absence.

To engage with service developments and be an active member of the team when future planning takes place.

To be confident with patient interactions and to be able to work with empathy and consideration at all times.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

• Ourvisionis to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Ourmissionis to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Ourcarevalues are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS&TRAINING

Essential

• Evidence of CPD
• Degree in Medical Illustration or degree in photography plus Post Graduate certificate
• Attendance at relevant short courses.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 years experience of clinical photography
• Digital photography and related Specialist software applications

Desirable

• Variety of experience within medical photography practice

SKILLS, ABILITIES&KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Clear concise oral and written communication skills in order to deal with a range of staff and patients.
• Manual Handling skills
• Ability to deal with complaints and different situations, e.g. under-taking photography for non-accidental injury.
• Ability to work under own initiative and part of a team
• Ability to organise own time
• A working knowledge of the hospital environment

Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS&TRAINING

Essential

• Evidence of CPD
• Degree in Medical Illustration or degree in photography plus Post Graduate certificate
• Attendance at relevant short courses.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 years experience of clinical photography
• Digital photography and related Specialist software applications

Desirable

• Variety of experience within medical photography practice

SKILLS, ABILITIES&KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Clear concise oral and written communication skills in order to deal with a range of staff and patients.
• Manual Handling skills
• Ability to deal with complaints and different situations, e.g. under-taking photography for non-accidental injury.
• Ability to work under own initiative and part of a team
• Ability to organise own time
• A working knowledge of the hospital environment

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address

Amersham Hospital

Whielden Street

Amersham

HP7 0JD

United Kingdom

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