Medical Photographer

Job Title: Medical Photographer

Start Date: ASAP

Expected to last: 3 Months with a possible extension

Job Type Temporary

Hours: 37.5 hours/ Monday – Friday

Band: 5

Location: East Grinstead

Pay Rate: £18 PAYE Inclusive of holiday pay

Job Summary:

As a Medical Photographer, you will provide high-quality photography, video, and graphic design services to support patient care, education, and communication. Work across various clinical areas and be responsible for both clinical and non-clinical photography.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Photography

• Take professional photographs in areas such as theatres, clinics, wards, and specialist units (e.g. Burns, Maxillofacial, Ophthalmology).
• Explain procedures and gain patient consent before taking photographs.
• Reassure and support anxious or vulnerable patients, sometimes working with a chaperone.
• Follow hospital policies and data protection rules when capturing and storing images.
• Carry out specialist eye imaging techniques, including Fluorescein and OCT photography.

Non-Clinical Photography & Graphics

• Produce photographs for staff profiles, promotional materials, research, and marketing.
• Design and produce posters, leaflets, and other documents for hospital departments using software like Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
• Support the Trust’s marketing and communications with creative visual content.

Technology & Systems

• Use image management software to upload and organise clinical photographs.
• Operate and maintain specialist equipment like 3D scanners and audio-visual systems.
• Assist with virtual clinics by uploading patient-submitted images.

Financial & Stock Management

• Keep track of stock used in graphics/print work.
• Ensure external work is correctly billed and costs are kept down.
• Maintain accurate job records for invoicing.

Training & Development

• Keep your technical knowledge and photography skills up to date.
• Take part in regular training, mandatory courses, and staff appraisals.
• Help maintain quality standards in the graphics work.

Working Relationships:

You’ll work closely with:

• Patients and their families
• Medical and surgical staff
• Nursing and admin teams
• External clients and suppliers

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Clinical Photography (or equivalent experience)
• Eligible for registration with the AHCS
• Strong camera and lighting skills
• Good knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Experience working independently in clinical settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised, able to plan and prioritise work

Desirable:

• Video production experience
• Experience in design and print work
• PR or promotional photography