Senior Medical Photographer
Location
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/3/2025
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Description
The opportunity has arisen for an experienced Medical Photographer to apply for a senior Medical Photographer position within the Medical Photography team at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will work alongside the Medical Photography Lead and act as deputy to the X-Ray and Medical Photography Manager and be line manager for 9 band 5 medical photographers, 1 band 5 medical videographer and a band 3 Photography Assistant.
The post is a cross site position covering all 5 hospitals within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and also providing cover for Sheffield Children's Hospital and Chesterfield Royal Hospital.
The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the further development of the Medical Photography service and work closely with the X-Ray and Medical Photography Manager regarding the operational and strategic development within the department.
You will need to hold a BSc/BA or equivalent in photography or closely related media subject , have a PgCert in Clinical Photography or equivalent and be a registered Medical Illustrator with the Academy of Healthcare Science. You will be expected to work to the Trust PROUD values and show excellent interpersonal and communication skills while working effectively as a team player within this busy and rewarding area of patient care.
To be considered for this position you must fulfil all the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
We are looking for an experienced Medical Photographer to join the team as a Senior Medical Photographer at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.
You will be the first line manager for the staff working within the medical photography department. You will be accountable to the X-Ray and Medical Photography Manager and will work closely with the Lead Photographer to maintain high levels of service provision by both planning and prioritising when faced with demands of staffing and resources.
The successful applicant will be expected to undertake appraisals for Medical photographers and Videographers and the Photography Assistant and monitor mandatory training attendance records. You will also be expected to record sickness and conduct sickness absence reviews in line with the Trust requirements and maintain good compliance with directorate targets.
The post holder is expected to undertake clinical photography work alongside the managerial responsibilities so effective time management is essential.
We aim to recruit someone with excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills, a pleasant and helpful manner, a flexible approach to working and an ability to switch between tasks and work under pressure. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate how they work within the Trusts core values during their daily practice.
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Role
The Directorate of Medical Imaging and Medical Physics (MIMP) is one of the largest and most diverse Directorates within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The role of the Directorate is twofold:
MIMP is a key player in every aspect of the services the Trust provides and delivers services to other Trusts and external organisations.
This provides a unique infrastructure for advanced diagnostics and treatments in a safe environment with full legislative and best practice compliance all of which is supported by our innovative capability.
The Directorate is committed to staff development and offers a variety of training opportunities. As an organisation we aim to recruit those who uphold our values that are embedded in our belief to be a premier provider of healthcare in the region.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Louise McCann Job title: Interim Medical Photography Manager Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 01142711929
Charlie Shepherd, Lead photographer. [email protected]
The post is a cross site position covering all 5 hospitals within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and also providing cover for Sheffield Children's Hospital and Chesterfield Royal Hospital.
The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the further development of the Medical Photography service and work closely with the X-Ray and Medical Photography Manager regarding the operational and strategic development within the department.
You will need to hold a BSc/BA or equivalent in photography or closely related media subject , have a PgCert in Clinical Photography or equivalent and be a registered Medical Illustrator with the Academy of Healthcare Science. You will be expected to work to the Trust PROUD values and show excellent interpersonal and communication skills while working effectively as a team player within this busy and rewarding area of patient care.
To be considered for this position you must fulfil all the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
We are looking for an experienced Medical Photographer to join the team as a Senior Medical Photographer at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.
You will be the first line manager for the staff working within the medical photography department. You will be accountable to the X-Ray and Medical Photography Manager and will work closely with the Lead Photographer to maintain high levels of service provision by both planning and prioritising when faced with demands of staffing and resources.
The successful applicant will be expected to undertake appraisals for Medical photographers and Videographers and the Photography Assistant and monitor mandatory training attendance records. You will also be expected to record sickness and conduct sickness absence reviews in line with the Trust requirements and maintain good compliance with directorate targets.
The post holder is expected to undertake clinical photography work alongside the managerial responsibilities so effective time management is essential.
We aim to recruit someone with excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills, a pleasant and helpful manner, a flexible approach to working and an ability to switch between tasks and work under pressure. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate how they work within the Trusts core values during their daily practice.
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Role
The Directorate of Medical Imaging and Medical Physics (MIMP) is one of the largest and most diverse Directorates within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The role of the Directorate is twofold:
- The provision of diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures.
- The provision of high quality scientific and technical services in Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering.
MIMP is a key player in every aspect of the services the Trust provides and delivers services to other Trusts and external organisations.
This provides a unique infrastructure for advanced diagnostics and treatments in a safe environment with full legislative and best practice compliance all of which is supported by our innovative capability.
The Directorate is committed to staff development and offers a variety of training opportunities. As an organisation we aim to recruit those who uphold our values that are embedded in our belief to be a premier provider of healthcare in the region.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Louise McCann Job title: Interim Medical Photography Manager Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 01142711929
Charlie Shepherd, Lead photographer. [email protected]
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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