Medical Photographer

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical facility in Crawley seeks a Medical Photographer to provide high-quality photography and graphic design services. You will work closely with clinical staff to support patient care through visual documentation and promotional materials. This temporary position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for training and development in clinical photography.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Clinical Photography required.
• Eligible for registration with the AHCS.
• Experience in independent clinical settings is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Take professional photographs in various clinical areas.
• Produce promotional materials and manage photography for the Trust.
• Maintain and operate specialist photography equipment.

Skills

Camera and lighting skills

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree or postgraduate qualification in Clinical Photography

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

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Client:

Your World Recruitment Group

Location:

crawley, west sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Medical Photographer

Start Date: ASAP

Expected to last: 3 Months with a possible extension

Job Type Temporary

Hours: 37.5 hours/ Monday - Friday

Band: 5

Pay Rate: £18 PAYE Inclusive of holiday pay

Job Summary:

As a Medical Photographer, you will provide high-quality photography, video, and graphic design services to support patient care, education, and communication. Work across various clinical areas and be responsible for both clinical and non-clinical photography.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Photography

• Take professional photographs in areas such as theatres, clinics, wards, and specialist units (e.g. Burns, Maxillofacial, Ophthalmology).
• Explain procedures and gain patient consent before taking photographs.
• Reassure and support anxious or vulnerable patients, sometimes working with a chaperone.
• Follow hospital policies and data protection rules when capturing and storing images.
• Carry out specialist eye imaging techniques, including Fluorescein and OCT photography.

Non-Clinical Photography & Graphics

• Produce photographs for staff profiles, promotional materials, research, and marketing.
• Design and produce posters, leaflets, and other documents for hospital departments using software like Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
• Support the Trust’s marketing and communications with creative visual content.
• Use image management software to upload and organise clinical photographs.
• Operate and maintain specialist equipment like 3D scanners and audio-visual systems.
• Assist with virtual clinics by uploading patient-submitted images.
• Keep track of stock used in graphics/print work.
• Ensure external work is correctly billed and costs are kept down.
• Maintain accurate job records for invoicing.

Training & Development

• Keep your technical knowledge and photography skills up to date.
• Take part in regular training, mandatory courses, and staff appraisals.
• Help maintain quality standards in the graphics work.

Working Relationships:

You’ll work closely with:

• Patients and their families
• Medical and surgical staff
• Nursing and admin teams
• External clients and suppliers

Person Specification:

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in Clinical Photography (or equivalent experience)
• Eligible for registration with the AHCS
• Strong camera and lighting skills
• Good knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Experience working independently in clinical settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised, able to plan and prioritise work