Overview
A Vacancy at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We are seeking an experienced Medical & Ophthalmic Photographer to join our expanding team at York Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced department in a diverse role, supporting a range of clinical specialties while overseeing and developing the Ophthalmic Imaging team. The post involves clinical tasks alongside management duties,; experience in line management and strong prioritisation and time management skills are desirable. The main base of this role is York Hospital, with travel to York Community Stadium as required. The postholder will work with an experienced Senior Medical & Ophthalmic Photographer to share line management duties of the current team, consisting of eight band 4 Ophthalmic Imaging Technicians and one band 5 Ophthalmic Photographer.
The successful applicant will have a recognised relevant qualification or equivalent experience in clinical photography and be registered with the Academy for Healthcare Science (or be registerable). If the PgCert in Clinical Photography is not yet obtained, a willingness to undertake this course is essential. The successful applicant will possess strong technical skills, using their experience and judgment to achieve the most accurate photographs for each condition. Leadership and change management experience would be beneficial.
Responsibilities
* 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.
* 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 small, established team of Ophthalmic Imaging Technicians and an Ophthalmic Photographer.
* Ensuring 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.
* Consistently ensuring compliance with data protection, consent and confidentiality standards in line with national guidelines and local policies.
Qualifications and Skills
* Ideal applicant will be an experienced, personable and passionate Ophthalmic and Medical Photographer with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to deliver tailored patient care under a variety of conditions which may sometimes be distressing.
* Experience in ophthalmic imaging leadership; line management and change management experience would be beneficial.
* Willingness to undertake PgCert in Clinical Photography if not already obtained.
* Registration with the Academy for Healthcare Science (or be registerable).
Benefits
* 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
Further information on benefits is available on the Trust’s Staff Benefits pages. A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Additional Information
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. We welcome applications from everyone and support flexible working where possible. For accessibility, please contact yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer: We are Gold Award holders from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, supporting Defence personnel in employment.
This advert closes on Tuesday 7 Oct 2025
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