Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced medical photographer to be part of a new clinical photography service, initially supporting the Dermatology medical specialty (Teledermoscopy).
The BCUHB Medical Illustration Service is managed through the Medical Physics Dept, part of the Diagnostics & Specialist Clinical Support pan-North Wales Service.
It is anticipated that the successful applicant will work closely with the lead medical photographer, support staff and the wider senior management team, in establishing and maintaining a new Teledermoscopy service to support the Dermatology recovery plan.
Outreach clinics will be established across BCUHB for patients to be referred in for clinical photography of suspicious skin lesions, for which the post holder will participate in all aspects of acquiring high resolution images for subsequent clinical review.
Applicants must be educated to degree-level, with suitable experience working in a healthcare clinical photography setting, with higher-level qualifications / equivalent experience.
Main duties of the job The post holder will participate in all aspects of clinical, specialist clinical, scientific and non-clinical photography, including video, reprographic and multi-media imaging.
The post holder will participate in all aspects of design and production of clinical educational material, including original concept illustration and animation.
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the training and supervision ofjunior clinical photography staff.
The post holder will be responsible for the monitoring of clinical photographic workflowsand reporting issues.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients.
The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales .
Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.Please check your email account regularly.
Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.Applications may be submitted in Welsh.
Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description Job responsibilities A full Job Description and Person Specification is attached within the supporting documents or click Apply online now to view in Trac.
Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience.
A suitable qualification in Medical Illustration or equivalent (other photography/ imaging qualification at degree level).
Post graduate certificate in Clinical Photography.
Eligible for AHCS registration.
Evidence of CPD.
Desirable Higher level Medical Illustration PgC.
Management Leadership Qualifications.
Knowledge of clinical conditions, anatomy and terminology.
Clinical use of 3D capture.
Experience Essential Significant experience and currently working in a healthcare clinical photography setting.
Organisational, interpersonal and operational skills needed for post management of resources planning and delivery of service provision.
Post registration experience of clinical photography modalities, all ophthalmic imaging modalities, dermatology.
Desirable Experience of Adobe Creative Cloud software.
Experience at a senior photographer level.
Experience of supervision.
Values Essential Ability to embrace the following personal values and behaviours on a daily basis - o Dignity, Respect and Fairness o Caring, Kindness and Compassion Ability to demonstrate a commitment to our organisational values - o Working together to be the best we can be o Striving to develop and deliver excellent services o Putting people at the heart of everything we do.
Other Essential Shows resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough.
Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner.
Able to work hours flexibly.
Aptitude and Abilities Essential Motivated to use initiative to recognise problems and seek solutions whilst understanding the importance of empowering and enabling others (patients, families, colleagues).
Friendly and helpful disposition, awareness of how our own and others' behaviours impact on people's experiences and the organisation's reputation.
Willing to seek out learning, give and accept constructive feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
Desirable Ability to speak Welsh.