Band 5 Medical Photographer

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Part-time

Job summary

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic assistant photographer to join the Medical Photography Department at the Royal Free London Hospital in London. This is a 6-month fixed-term, part-time role (26.25 hours per week) with flexible working.

You will undertake clinical photography and videography, provide post-production support, and assist across Trust sites. A photography qualification and experience in medical photography are preferred.

Qualifications

• Candidates should ideally have a qualification in photography and experience of working within the photography field.
• Ability to work as part of a team and adapt to a clinical environment.
• CPD activity and ongoing training are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Undertake clinical photography and videography under supervision and provide post-production support.
• Interpret photographic requirements and adapt techniques to clinical needs.
• Work across Trust sites, with flexibility in locations and shifts.
• Ensure ethical practices and patient management during sessions.
• Maintain image databases and assist front-of-house as needed.

Skills

Photography qualification

Teamwork

Education

Degree in photography

Job description

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Main area Medical Photography Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Fixed term: 6 months (This position is for 6 months only - end date 30.04.2027) Hours

• Part time
• Flexible working

26.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Job ref 391-RFL-8298865

Site The Royal Free London Hospital Town LONDON Salary £38,488 - £46,852 inclusive of Inner HCAS pro rata, per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 18/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 25/11/2026

Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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We are looking for an enthusiastic assistant photographer to join our busy team at The Medical Photography Department at the Royal Free London Hospital. The Trust provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is one of London’s key medical research and learning establishments, enjoying a long partnership with University College London.

You will be helping to provide a medical photography service at the Royal Free and other Trust locations.

Medical Photography is comprised of six staff, who are based at The Royal Free London Hospital and work across various Trust sites in North London. This position is for 6 month period, part time hours.

Candidates should ideally have a qualification in photography and have had experience of working within the photography field. Evidence of work experience within a Medical Photography department would be highly desirable.

Principle duties will be clinical photography for various specialties including Dermatology, , Plastics, Rheumatology and Tissue Viability. Initially this will be under supervision until the post holder is able to work independently.

For informal enquiries please contact David Bishop

Main duties of the job

Undertake clinical photography and clinical videography working under the supervision of the medical photography team for diagnosis, case records, treatment planning, education, research and publication.

Utilise specialist clinical photography techniques and skills including; dermoscopy.

Interpretation of diagnostic and anatomical terminology, working under the supervision of the medical photography team and with clinical staff for clarification of photographic requirements.

To provide post-production for all photography and videography using professional editing software (Adobe) following standardised workflow protocols.

Follow national guidelines for audit purposes and working to department protocols and Standard Operating Procedures to enable accurate recording of all stages of treatment and assessment.

Using the clinical image database systems (WABA MIM / EPR) for management of and online delivery of images.

Observing Trust policies and procedures.

Provide front of house support as necessary

Working for our organisation

About the Royal Free London NHS Foundation TrustThe Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 2 million patients, treat more than 500,000 in A&E, deliver over 11,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Working ContextMedical Photography is part of the Surgical Associated Services Division and exists to support the Trust and enhance clinical services, learning and teaching and associated administrative processes and to contribute to the development of Trust policies.

Medical Photography ServiceMedical Photography is comprised of six staff, who are based at The Royal Free London Hospital and work across various Trust sites in North London. Responsible for providing a photographic / video support service covering patient care and medical education.The group offers a wealth of experience in all aspects of medical photography, with a clear focus on excellence; its staff regularly winning industry awards.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities

1.1 Undertake and develop clinical photography (2D and 3D imaging systems) and videography ensuring that the clinical condition has been accurately interpreted. Translating clinician requests into final imagery through the use of anatomical and physiological knowledge in conjunction with the correct use and set up of all studio lighting and camera equipment as well as on location using portable equipment.

1.2 Responsible for deciding the most appropriate photographic technique to best demonstrate the patient’s condition from the options available – this might include cross-lighting, ultraviolet and infrared photography.

1.3 To ensure ethical practices are followed, patient management skills and tact and diplomacy are used at all times throughout the photographic session. Being mindful of cultural and religious views and beliefs, to ensure all patients’ and customers’ specific photographic needs are fulfilled, and that clinical priorities are met

1.4 Working in different locations e.g. studio, wards, clinics and operating theatres and at heights / confined spaces as dictated by circumstance.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details

Person specification

• Degree in photography
• Ability to work as a part of a team.
• Commitment to undertake CPD activities and to undertake training.
• Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of clinical and general photographic techniques and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
• Knowledge of 2D and 3D Digital imaging equipment.
• Knowledge of photographic lighting and lighting techniques
• Flexible, creative and problem-solving approach
• Proven ability in producing standardised and demonstrative clinical photographs
• Knowledge of photographic equipment
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and solve problems.
• Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate a credible and professional approach.
• Ability to work closely with other members of the team or autonomously depending on circumstances
• Promote good working relationships and support colleagues when needed.
• Enthusiastic and assertive.
• Diplomatic and calm.
• Flexible, creative and problem-solving approach. Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service.
• BSc Medical Illustration / Degree in photography plus Post Graduate Certificate.
• Membership of Institute of Medical Illustrators (IMI)
• Registered Medical Photographer – AHCS.
• Experience of general photographic practice.
• Experience of videography and video editing (if no previous experience training will be provided).
• Experience of 3D imaging (Training will be provided).
• Experience of using image management systems.
• Good level of computer literacy including working knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office, desktop publishing (DTP), photo manipulation and graphics software on A Mac or PC e.g.: Adobe Creative Suite Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of clinical conditions, anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to the acquisition and storage of clinical images.
• Knowledge of colour management.
• Knowledge and use of design and illustration software e.g.: Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Web Management Software

Discussion - Questions

• Questions asked on clinical photography, taking photographs, working as a team,

Portfolio demonstration of work practice

• Portfolio of work (12 images)

Photographic test

• Photograph a single lesion with portable camera equipment (supplied)
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Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.

Please note:

• Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
• Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.

Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.

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Application numbers

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Name David Bishop Job title Head of Medical Photography Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 020 7830 2357 Additional information

If you have any questions about this position and would like to discuss this further then please call me on: 020 7830 2357, Mon-Weds and Fri: between 08:00 - 18:00