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In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
As a Senior Medical Photographer working within the Medical Photpgrpahy and AV Services Department, you will assist the Head of Department to ensure an efficient and effective medical photography and audiovisual service. You will perform specialised clinical photography for diagnostic, assessment, record, research, publication and teaching purposes and will Liaise with Senior Medical, Surgical, Administrative, Paramedical, Scientific & Nursing staff to identify, develop & maintain a highly professional service.
You will be an enthusiastic and positive person who is creative and keen to take on new challenges. Motivation is key to enable you to work alone to promote and develop the department at Ayr. You will also be working within a small, supportive team at Crosshouse who share the same goal – to provide a high quality service to staff and patients, therefore excellent communication and team working skills are important. A caring attitude and sensitivity is essential as there is frequent patient contact in this role.
We provide a full range of professional clinical photography services (including ophthalmic, dental, dermoscopy and 3D Imaging) and Diabetic Retinal Screening (as part of the National Screening Programme). Our role is varied and interesting and includes non-clinical photography, graphic design, large format print services, digital media and video production. We work closely with patients and support our colleagues across NHS Ayrshire and Arran in the delivery of high quality patient care, teaching and research.
You will possess a relevant clinical photography degree level qualification and be on the national AHCS register and have full membership of a professional body.
You will be based at University Hospital Ayr (with initial training and ongoing rotational working at University Hospital Crosshouse). You will be required to provide clinical cover across NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
Due to the nature of the role, a car driver is essential.
Hours: 37.5 per week.
Informal enquiries are welcomed by Sharon Sutherland, Head of Medical Photography on 01563 827 479.
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
EU Settlement Scheme - EU, EEA or Swiss nationals are strongly encouraged to join the EU Settlement Scheme prior to 30th June 2021. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.