NHS

Ophthalmic Photographer Lead


Pay54,320.00 - 60,981.00 / year
LocationLondon/England
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: C9290-25-0451?language=en&page=794&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      An opportunity has arisen for an Ophthalmic Photographer Lead post to join our progressive ophthalmology team at Imperial College Healthcare Trust, London.

      You will be based within the Ophthalmic Imaging Department, and work as part of a multidisciplinary team of consultant ophthalmologists, ophthalmic nursing and other support staff across multiple sites.

      This interesting and challenging role involves leading a team of photographers and imaging team to performing diagnostic tests on patients presenting with a variety of eye conditions. A knowledge of eye anatomy and pathology, along with extensive experience of specialist ophthalmic imaging equipment, is essential and please see criteria in JD.

      We are looking for an experienced and reliable person who is able to pay close and accurate attention to detail. You must also demonstrate excellent leadership, communication and training skills, be caring, enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a large team dedicated to providing a high quality patient focused care.

      We offer a supportive and friendly working environment with an opportunity for professional development.

      Main duties of the job

      • Responsible for the operational management of the medical photography team.
      • Responsible for the day to day running of the photographic department within ophthalmology.
      • Provide a full imaging service to the ophthalmology division at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
      • Operate effectively in a flexible and demanding environment and proactively engage with NHS staff, consultants and external third parties.
      • To undertake and allocate any reviews and PDR's of the imaging service in conjunction with band 6
      • To support and facilitate high quality, individualised care to patients/clients and relatives/carers without supervision in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team in line with local and national targets.
      • To provide training and education to multidisciplinary staff.

      About us

      At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

      Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

      Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

      We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

      Date posted

      08 April 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 7

      Salary

      £54,320 to £60,981 a year pa inclusive

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      290-SCCS-1898

      Job locations

      Western Eye Hospital

      153-173 Marylebone Road

      London

      NW1 5QH


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

      For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

      For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

      Person Specification

      Education/ Qualifications

      Essential

      • Masters or equivalent in relevant field
      • Degree in Photography
      • Recognised qualification in Ophthalmic Imaging
      • Specialist knowledge across a range of ophthalmic imaging techniques.

      Desirable

      • Qualified Medical/Ophthalmic Photography Practitioner

      Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

      Essential

      • Able to work in unpredictable situations and under pressure to deliver a gold standard imaging service
      • Able to analyse and provide authorities advice on and manage highly complex and sensitivity situations where there is often conflict.
      • Able to work independently/autonomously
      • Knowledge of research and audit including implementation of findings and review of outcomes

      Desirable

      • Demonstrate commitment through involvement in Trust wide initiatives/ committees.
      • Presentation skills
      Person Specification

      Education/ Qualifications

      Essential

      • Masters or equivalent in relevant field
      • Degree in Photography
      • Recognised qualification in Ophthalmic Imaging
      • Specialist knowledge across a range of ophthalmic imaging techniques.

      Desirable

      • Qualified Medical/Ophthalmic Photography Practitioner

      Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

      Essential

      • Able to work in unpredictable situations and under pressure to deliver a gold standard imaging service
      • Able to analyse and provide authorities advice on and manage highly complex and sensitivity situations where there is often conflict.
      • Able to work independently/autonomously
      • Knowledge of research and audit including implementation of findings and review of outcomes

      Desirable

      • Demonstrate commitment through involvement in Trust wide initiatives/ committees.
      • Presentation skills

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      Certificate of Sponsorship

      Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

      From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

      Additional information

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      Certificate of Sponsorship

      Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

      From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

      Address

      Western Eye Hospital

      153-173 Marylebone Road

      London

      NW1 5QH


      Employer's website

      https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

      Address

      Western Eye Hospital

      153-173 Marylebone Road

      London

      NW1 5QH


      Employer's website

      https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  • About the company

      National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.