Clinical Photographer

Undertake appropriate photographic assignments as requested by clinical staff utilising a wide range of photographic skills including cross lighting macro and dermoscope photography.

These assignments may be in the departments studio or on location in wards, theatres, Outpatient Departments or other departments. Occasionally taking these photographs may be distressing Non Accidental Injuries (NAIs) on both children and adults may be required.

This may result in interview by Police/Social Services and/or appearance in Court Be able to communicate with service users complex photographic techniques and processes to assess the best techniques for their needs To be available to staff who take their own photographs for advice on technique and procedures Be able to use tact, diplomacy and sensitivity when dealing with patients Undertake Retinal and Fundus Fluoroscein Angiography for the Ophthalmology Department In depth knowledge of modern digital cameras and Post Processing Techniques using industry standard creative software To be able to work to strict Standard procedures to ensure continuity of output Manage own workload on a daily basis meeting the demands of the service.

To ensure the highest levels of confidentiality and data protection as the department produces many highly sensitive images.

There are departmental protocols which must be followed to ensure patient data confidentiality Be aware of the needs of any patient disabilities whist carrying out photography Make professional judgements on the correct photographs required in any given situation taking into consideration patient and staff requirements and a range of technical, legal and social issues Ensure the highest possible standards are provided to staff and patients with quality of patient care being of prime concern Ensure patient welfare whilst in their care Ensure all Request/Consent forms are correctly completed Logging and uploading images to the Trusts Medical Image Management system and the Medical Photography Job management System To maintain an up to date knowledge of current trends in clinical photography and an awareness of national best practice.

Occasionally support the Trusts Communications Department with Public Relations photography Undertake studio portraiture for department/ward photoboards Assist other members of the Medical Photography Team when required.

To work co operatively with other health care professionals To identify through formal and informal discussion and annual appraisal personal developmental needs.

Agree a series of personal development goals and departmental objectives To undertake tasks within the context of this post as requested by the Head of Medical Photography Any other duties which may be required within the context of this job description and applicable to the grade of the post

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