Medical Photographer

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

Location : East Grinstead

Pay Rate : £18 PAYE Inclusive of holiday pay

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

• 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

• Video production experience
• Experience in design and print work
• PR or promotional photography

Job reference number : YW-rtyq