Job overview

The Medical Photographer will provide high-quality photographic services to support the ophthalmology clinics, capturing images of patients upon admission and before discharge. The role includes supporting the wards with clinical imaging needs, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of patient conditions. This position plays a vital role in supporting clinical teams, contributing to patient care, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise in medical photography, attention to detail, and a strong understanding of clinical safety requirements.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job:

1. Capture Medical Images: Take high-quality, accurate photographs of patients for ophthalmology clinics, documenting conditions upon admission and before discharge.

2. Support Clinical Teams: Work closely with medical and nursing staff to capture relevant images for clinical assessments, reports, and patient care records.

3. Cross-Site Support: Provide imaging services across multiple wards and clinics as required, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of photographic support.

4. Ensure Compliance: Adhere to all statutory, regulatory, and hospital guidelines, ensuring patient confidentiality and compliance with data protection laws.

5. Equipment Management: Maintain and manage medical photography equipment, ensuring it is in good working condition and available when needed.

6. Documentation and Record Keeping: Accurately file and catalogue images in patient records, ensuring correct tagging and archiving for future reference.

7. Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Teams: Communicate effectively with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure photographs meet the clinical requirements and contribute to patient care.

8. Professional Development: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in medical photography techniques, ensuring the application of best practices in clinical imaging.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year. 

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