Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to develop our Medical Photography service on the East Coast, supporting various clinical specialties while managing and developing our existing Ophthalmic Imaging team. The role involves both clinical duties and management responsibilities, so experience in line management, prioritization, and time management is highly desirable.
Scarborough Hospital is undergoing significant growth, with a new Ophthalmology department planned for the Scarborough site. The postholder will be instrumental in shaping imaging services within this new facility.
The ideal candidate is an experienced, personable, and passionate Ophthalmic and Medical Photographer, with excellent communication skills and the ability to provide tailored patient care in challenging conditions. Strong technical skills and sound judgment are essential to capture the most accurate images for each condition.
We seek someone with a pleasant and helpful demeanor, who prioritizes patient dignity and confidentiality, and can be an approachable leader for the team.
Applicants should hold a relevant qualification or equivalent experience in clinical photography and be registered or registerable with the Academy for Healthcare Science. If not already obtained, a willingness to pursue a PgCert in Clinical Photography is required. Leadership and change management experience are advantageous.
Main duties of the job
Establishing and running a medical photography service, in accordance with IMI guidelines and regulations such as Data Protection Act 2018. This includes providing clinical and non-clinical photographs and videos using a DSLR for patient records, clinical trials, legal work, teaching and publication. The postholder will photograph a range of conditions of inpatients on the wards or in Theatre and outpatients in the studio from many specialties, such as Tissue viability, ENT and Dermatology.
Line managing and developing a current small, established team of Ophthalmic Imaging Technicians and an Ophthalmic Photographer. Ensuring service delivery is maintained and that management tasks are dealt with in a timely manner and with a good attention to detail e.g. rota, appraisals, absence management, payroll etc.
Undertaking specialist Ophthalmic Imaging procedures including OCT, fundus photography, Fluorescein Angiography, anterior segment photography, extra-ocular imaging and other advanced techniques.
Delivering training and mentorship to staff to support professional growth and maintain high standards of patient care.
The main base of this role is at Scarborough Hospital, with travel to Malton and Bridlington, and occasional travel to York site when required. The postholder will line manage the current team of five band 4 Ophthalmic Imaging Technicians and one band 5 Ophthalmic Photographer who cover the three East Coast sites.
About us
Trust Information Pack:https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a range of provider
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- PgCert in Clinical Photography (or equivalent experience and willingness to undertake).
Desirable
- IMI registration
- AHCS registration
- Photography Degree
Experience & Knowledge Required
Essential
- Experienced Medical Photographer
- Experience in Ophthalmic Imaging
- Previous experience using Heidelberg to it's full capacity including FFA/ICG.
- Computer literacy in packages such as Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.
Desirable
- Line management experience
- Certification for Ophthalmic research studies.
Aptitude & Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated
- A desire to provide a high quality service
- Ability to maintain a professional approach, frequently under stressful/distressing situations.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Good dexterity and ability to carry and manoeuvre photography equipment.
- Cheerful, approachable disposition.
- Good organisational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Time management skills.
- Self-disciplined/motivated to function independently, but also able to motivate others.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- PgCert in Clinical Photography (or equivalent experience and willingness to undertake).
Desirable
- IMI registration
- AHCS registration
- Photography Degree
Experience & Knowledge Required
Essential
- Experienced Medical Photographer
- Experience in Ophthalmic Imaging
- Previous experience using Heidelberg to it's full capacity including FFA/ICG.
- Computer literacy in packages such as Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.
Desirable
- Line management experience
- Certification for Ophthalmic research studies.
Aptitude & Personal Qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated
- A desire to provide a high quality service
- Ability to maintain a professional approach, frequently under stressful/distressing situations.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Good dexterity and ability to carry and manoeuvre photography equipment.
- Cheerful, approachable disposition.
- Good organisational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team.
- Time management skills.
- Self-disciplined/motivated to function independently, but also able to motivate others.
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.
