Job summary
There are so many reasons to join
our Ophthalmology team at STSFT. Aside from our fantastic staff, we have lots
of exciting things going on. Work on our new Eye Hospital in Sunderland is
underway, with plans to move into our new home in early 2026. The new hospital
means Sunderland will remain home to the regions only dedicated standalone eye
hospital. It will strengthen our excellent reputation across the NHS, both
regionally and nationally as a centre of excellence for ophthalmology care.
We also never stay still when it comes to
discovering new and better treatments. As one of the few specialist eye
hospitals in the country, research and using developing technology is a key
part of our work. If you share our vision for 'excellence in all that we do',
wed love you to join us!
We are seeking to appoint an
experienced Senior Ophthalmic Photographer to assist in leading and developing
the Ophthalmic Imaging service. The Ideal candidate will therefore have
extensive experience and expert knowledge in ophthalmic imaging processes and
systems.
This is an exciting opportunity
where you will lead and develop the high-quality diagnostic services to assist
clinicians to diagnose, monitor and treat complex eye conditions. The right
individual will facilitate an environment which provides extensive learning and
development within the team.
Main duties of the job
This role will provide supervision to the diagnostic
services across the Ophthalmology service as part of the imaging team, ensuring
the efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources to provide a
service which reflects the highest standard of clinical effectiveness and
patient care.
We are looking for a highly motivated, dynamic,
enthusiastic individual who has extensive post-graduate experience. The post
holder will provide supervision and have task manger responsibilities including
training Ophthalmic photographers, Ophthalmic imaging technicians and
administrative staff.
You should be technically minded, show a keen attention
to detail and demonstrate a strong commitment to high standards of patient
care. You should have a passion for patient-centred care and demonstrate
behaviours that reflect our trust values. You will work closely with all
members of the multidisciplinary team, e.g. photographers, clinicians, and
nurses. You should have experience and skills in teamwork and be able to
demonstrate your ability to work effectively as part of a team.
The Ophthalmology Directorate comprises 282 staff from a
diverse set of professional backgrounds working into a number of sub
specialities including: Cataract Treatment Centre, Theatres, Diabetic Retinal
Screening, Eye Emergency Department, Macular, Paediatrics, Optometry and
Orthoptists who provide a range of services within the inpatient and outpatient
settings.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,
and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we
may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
-
To provide expert imaging
services that are essential for the accurate diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing
management of various ophthalmic conditions.
- Assist with the efficient and effective
deployment of staff and resources to provide a service which reflects the
highest standard of clinical effectiveness and patient care.
- To
make critical judgements about how best to produce the appropriate images for
the benefit of the clinical staff and patients, based on a good understanding of the anatomy of the eye
and various ophthalmic conditions.
- Responsible
for ensuring the highest quality of images through precise operation and
maintenance of imaging devices such as fundus cameras, optical coherence
tomography (OCT), and photo slit-lamp cameras.
- To utilise advanced imaging techniques and specialised equipment to capture
detailed images of the eye's structures, including the retina, cornea, and
optic nerve.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance the
service and improve patient outcomes.
- To provide valuable clinical imaging/
information that will be used for virtual evaluation of patients and planning
of the patients care pathway.
- To lead on various
specialist service areas within the department, demonstrating flexibility and
adaptability to effectively manage and respond to the dynamic needs of the team
e.g. clinical research.
- To provide day-to-day
supervision to the Ophthalmic Photographers and other Multidisciplinary staff in the department.
- To act as an assessor/mentor
to Ophthalmic imaging technicians, contributing to the development and delivery
of specific training programmes.
- To assess the urgency of a referral and escalate to the
relevant clinical specialist if required.
- To be mindful of patients limitations and physical
constraints and make adjustments where necessary to enable imaging to be acquired.
- To provide a professional, efficient clinical
and non-clinical service ensuring a high technical standard for the purposes of
clinical record, teaching and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
-
To provide expert imaging
services that are essential for the accurate diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing
management of various ophthalmic conditions.
- Assist with the efficient and effective
deployment of staff and resources to provide a service which reflects the
highest standard of clinical effectiveness and patient care.
- To
make critical judgements about how best to produce the appropriate images for
the benefit of the clinical staff and patients, based on a good understanding of the anatomy of the eye
and various ophthalmic conditions.
- Responsible
for ensuring the highest quality of images through precise operation and
maintenance of imaging devices such as fundus cameras, optical coherence
tomography (OCT), and photo slit-lamp cameras.
- To utilise advanced imaging techniques and specialised equipment to capture
detailed images of the eye's structures, including the retina, cornea, and
optic nerve.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance the
service and improve patient outcomes.
- To provide valuable clinical imaging/
information that will be used for virtual evaluation of patients and planning
of the patients care pathway.
- To lead on various
specialist service areas within the department, demonstrating flexibility and
adaptability to effectively manage and respond to the dynamic needs of the team
e.g. clinical research.
- To provide day-to-day
supervision to the Ophthalmic Photographers and other Multidisciplinary staff in the department.
- To act as an assessor/mentor
to Ophthalmic imaging technicians, contributing to the development and delivery
of specific training programmes.
- To assess the urgency of a referral and escalate to the
relevant clinical specialist if required.
- To be mindful of patients limitations and physical
constraints and make adjustments where necessary to enable imaging to be acquired.
- To provide a professional, efficient clinical
and non-clinical service ensuring a high technical standard for the purposes of
clinical record, teaching and research.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in Ophthalmic photography.
Desirable
- Previous supervisory experience.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Photography or equivalent qualification.
- Post-graduate degree in clinical photography or equivalent qualification.
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification in Ophthalmic Imaging.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to sit and stand in a restricted position.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
- Requirement for speed and accuracy.
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the role, working across multiple Trust sites.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- High level of expertise in using a variety of ophthalmic imaging modalities.
- Be able to demonstrate the ability to undertake a variety of photographic diagnostics / investigations.
- Detailed knowledge of all specialised clinical photography procedures and policies and legislation.
- Thorough knowledge of a wide range of ophthalmic conditions and how best to image them.
- Good team-working skills.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Effective time management skills.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in Ophthalmic photography.
Desirable
- Previous supervisory experience.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Photography or equivalent qualification.
- Post-graduate degree in clinical photography or equivalent qualification.
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification in Ophthalmic Imaging.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to sit and stand in a restricted position.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
- Requirement for speed and accuracy.
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the role, working across multiple Trust sites.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- High level of expertise in using a variety of ophthalmic imaging modalities.
- Be able to demonstrate the ability to undertake a variety of photographic diagnostics / investigations.
- Detailed knowledge of all specialised clinical photography procedures and policies and legislation.
- Thorough knowledge of a wide range of ophthalmic conditions and how best to image them.
- Good team-working skills.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Effective time management skills.
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).
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