Clinical Photographer

NHS Highland; Inverness; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NHS Highland is seeking an enthusiastic clinical photographer to join our Medical Illustration team at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness. The post covers 36 hours across Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work to support dermatology clinics, and a full driving licence is desirable for outreach locations.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in Medical Illustration or a photography-related degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Photography and be AHCS registered or eligible.

Qualifications

• BSc in Medical Illustration or a relevant photography degree is essential.
• Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate in Clinical Photography required.
• Be on the AHCS register or eligible for registration.

Responsabilités

• Provide clinical photography services for Dermatology clinics and other services across the Highlands.
• Maintain a high standard of imaging, portfolio and documentation.
• Occasional weekend overtime to cover clinics when needed; travel to locations outside Raigmore may be required.

Connaissances

Interpersonal communication

Photographer

Formation

BSc in Medical Illustration

Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate in Clinical Photography

Outils

Adobe Creative Cloud

Description du poste

Job reference: 261983
Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job closing date: 01/11/2026
Job Type: Healthcare Sciences
Location: Raigmore Hospital
Employment type: Fixed-term or Secondment
Hours Per Week:36
Job posted date: 09/10/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
Department: Medical Physics & Bioengineering (Raig)

Job Advert

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic clinical photographer to join our Medical Illustration team in NHS Highland. The post holder will work are 36 hours across Monday - Friday with occasional weekend work (as overtime) to cover monthly Dermatology clinics shared with the other clinical photographers.
The department is based at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness but provides a multi-skilled photographic, art and graphic service to all Healthcare staff employed in the Highlands and outside the health service where appropriate. A full driving licence would be desirable since occasionally required to work in locations outside of Raigmore Hospital. You will be a talented photographer, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be patient focused and have advanced knowledge of relevant software including Adobe Creative Cloud.
The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Medical Illustration or relevant photography degree & Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate in Clinical Photography and be on the national Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS) register.
A portfolio of recent work is expected to be submitted to demonstrate your range of photographic skills. All applicants must have a PVG certificate and if not need to undergo the backgrounds checks and have a PVG certificate in place before a start date can be given.
As the capital city of the Highlands, Inverness is set amongst some fantastic scenery and centrally located for travel around the rest of the Highlands which are a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
For more information or an informal chat please contact: Lucy Griffin, Head of service: 01463 704240
NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.
Care and compassion
Dignity and respect
Openness, honesty and responsibility
Quality and teamwork
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig.
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date
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