Job overview
What we can offer:
An exciting opportunity for a compassionate photographer has arisen to join our busy department based in central London. You will join an experienced team of dedicated and friendly medical photographers.
The team provides photography and videography from a dedicated studio and on wards/theatres and other areas of the Trust. The medical photographs and videos help clinicians deliver the best possible care. As a department we have strong links with GOSH Arts and GOSH Charity. We are a professional team who are passionate about our patients and service users.
What we are looking for/who we are looking to recruit:
We are looking for an individual with a degree in medical photography or a degree in photography, with a strong desire to work in a clinical setting. The photographer must have excellent communication skills. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to work independently, and with the
team, to manage the workload and provide support to deliver projects within agreed timelines. You must be able to produce high quality, repeatable photography and to handle more creative PR assignments.
If this sounds like you, please apply now.
Main duties of the job
* To participate in all aspects of clinical and scientific photography of patients at Great Ormond Street hospital in a variety of locations to include studios, wards, clinics, operating theatres and mortuary; guided by standard departmental operating procedures
* To competently interpret illustrative recording requests to provide clinicians with high quality images and video for clinical assessment, diagnosis, records, teaching, clinical trials, publication and research
* When needed use persuasive skills when photographing patients with complex needs
* To be responsible for understanding all relevant issues surrounding patient consent for illustrative recording and be able to provide advice about appropriate policy, techniques and image management to Trust staff
* Responsible for deciding the most appropriate photographic technique to best demonstrate the patients’ condition from the options available – this might include cross lighting, specialist photographic techniques/equipment
* To participate in clinical research trials, working to agreed protocols and maintaining consistency and comparability of images and associated data
* Ensure repeatability of images by accurately logging anatomical and magnification details
* To undertake general photographic assignments competently and creatively, PR photography, portraiture and other forms of general photography
* To assist in the implementation of new technologies and techniques as appropriate
Working for our organisation
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential criteria
* Our Always values
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential criteria
* Degree in Photography or Graduate/Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Illustration/Clinical Photography
* Registered as Medical Illustration Practitioners with the Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS) or Institute of Medical Illustrators Certificate of Competence.
Desirable criteria
* Degree equivalent level of knowledge and experience
* Continuing Professional Development
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Computer literacy and competent in image industry standard manipulation software
* Medical photography principles and practice
* Broad understanding of diseases and conditions and how photography is applied to these conditions
* Extensive understanding of patient positioning to achieve the best quality photography and experience for the patient
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to adhere to strict routine protocols for clinical photography
* Ability to meet deadlines whilst working in a pressured environment
* To be discrete and maintain confidentiality in accordance with current Data Protection legislation and other relevant official policies and guidance
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to priorities and delegate work
* Ability to use own initiative, make decisions and solve problems quickly.