Medical Photographer London, England
Job description
To participate in all aspects of clinical and scientific photography of adults and children in a variety of locations including studio, ward, clinic, operating theatre and mortuary. To ensure a high level of photographic quality so that images are medically and legally valuable i.e. confidence with studio lighting, capturing accurate exposures, correct colour balancing, etc. To utilise the most appropriate photographic and lighting techniques to best demonstrate the patients condition i.e.
flat lighting and cross lighting. To utilise image processing software and layout design software such as Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Bridge, for post-production processes. To utilise word processing software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint for production of teaching material and reports. Meet the needs of demand led clinical photography work e.g.
attending urgent requests such as theatre, paediatrics and non-accidental injuries. Ensuring that photographs taken in operating theatres and trauma situations are taken with speed, dexterity and accuracy to ensure that the patients treatment is not delayed or disrupted Calibrate, operate and capture using the 3D camera system, and edit patient imagery for Trust network display. To photograph medico-legal clients to the specifications of the requesting legal firm e.g. using measurements, specific lighting techniques, etc.
Also, ensuring images are captured with accuracy and are a true likeness to the presented condition. To participate in video production assignments including pre-planning, production, filming, editing and post-production. To competently and creatively handle general photographic assignments e.g. PR photography, still life, portraiture and other forms of general photography.
Meet the needs of outpatient work including undertaking dental/intraoral photography within Health and Safety requirements e.g. safe insertion of glass mirrors/retractors and use of appropriate sterilisation techniques. Co-ordinate with ward staff so that in-patients are prepared and dressings removed in advance of attending the ward. Provide a service in sometimes difficult and distressing circumstances, such as trauma, burns, terminally ill patients, sexual or physical abuse, still births, specimens and post-mortemexaminations.
To participate in Teledermatology clinics, providing an accurate, efficient and timely photographic service for the newly implemented patient pathway cancer referral system. To keep abreast of technological development and modern trends in clinical, scientific and technical photography. To assist in the implementation of new technologies and techniques as appropriate. For example looking at how certain patient conditions can be photographed/lit in new and innovative ways.
To be responsible for understanding patient consent and its application within the field of Medical Photography. Ensuring that patients understand the nature of the photographic procedure and consequences of image consent. Understand and be able to communicate information concerning consent levels, confidentiality, distribution, copyright, security, data protection and Caldicott guidelines. This will include accommodating patients cultural and religious preferences and showing sensitivity, especially when communicating with patients with disability or anxiety.
Understand and keep up-to-date with guidance in relation to the confidentiality of patients and the images, footage and information held about them on Medical Photography systems and databases. Develop good working relationships with clinicians and others to help ensure their current and future needs are met. To maintain an up-to-date Continuous Professional Development (CPD) portfolio, as recommended by the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS). Work outside office hours occasionally (for example evening and weekend events, major incidents requiring photography).
If necessary work at other sites and buildings within the Trust i.e. West Middlesex University Hospital All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior member of staff.
