Clinical and Ophthalmic Photographer

Job summary

The successful candidate will join a hard working, well established Medical Illustration Department and be part a friendly team of Clinical Photographers and Ophthalmic Imaging Technicians. Working across two local sites, a small amount of travelling between locations would be expected. The department provides Trust wide Clinical Photography to specialities including Dermatology, Haematology, ENT, Oral Maxillofacial as well as Wards, Theatres and Wound Care Photography. It also delivers substantial imaging support to the Ophthalmology Department, including Retinal Fundus Photography, Fundus Fluorescein Angiography and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). High quality clinical imaging is provided for diagnosis, assessment, treatment, teaching research and publication. The job holder will be expected to comply with the departments protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Main duties of the job

A highly motivated and adaptable photographer will enjoy this exciting and varied role. We are looking for a patient focussed and caring individual, with a great attention to detail, producing high quality imaging using a variety of photographic equipment.On a daily basis the candidate will be expected to work independently undertaking a wide range of ad-hoc requests from clinics. Work will be undertaken either in the Departments studio or on location; wards, theatre and other clinical settings. They will also use professional image editing and Illustrative software before uploading to an Imaging Database for review.On rotation the post holder will provide retinal imaging to the Ophthalmology Department, using a variety of specialist imaging equipment. Training will be provided, however experience would be advisable.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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