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Salary for this role£38,488 – £46,852 a year
Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year
Pay basisNational pay scales (NHS bands)
NHS roles fall under the Health and Care Worker route. Salaries set by national pay scales (NHS bands) at or above the relevant band rate typically meet the occupation's requirement.
Closest occupation match: SOC 3417, Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators. Home Office going rate for this occupation: £33,400 a year.
Individual eligibility depends on personal circumstances. These figures are public reference information, not advice or a verdict on this job.
Role description
Job summary
Job Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic assistant photographer to join our busy team at The Medical Photography Department at the Royal Free London Hospital. The Trust provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is one of London's key medical research and learning establishments, enjoying a long partnership with University College London.
You will be helping to provide a medical photography service at the Royal Free and other Trust locations.
Medical Photography is comprised of six staff, who are based at The Royal Free London Hospital and work across various Trust sites in North London. This position is for 6 month period, part time hours.
Candidates should ideally have a qualification in photography and have had experience of working within the photography field. Evidence of work experience within a Medical Photography department would be highly desirable.
Principle duties will be clinical photography for various specialties including Dermatology, , Plastics, Rheumatology and Tissue Viability. Initially this will be under supervision until the post holder is able to work independently.
For informal enquiries please contact David Bishop
Main duties of the job
Undertake clinical photography and clinical videography working under the supervision of the medical photography team for diagnosis, case records, treatment planning, education, research and publication.
Utilise specialist clinical photography techniques and skills including; dermoscopy.
Interpretation of diagnostic and anatomical terminology, working under the supervision of the medical photography team and with clinical staff for clarification of photographic requirements.
To provide post-production for all photography and videography using professional editing software (Adobe) following standardised workflow protocols.
Follow national guidelines for audit purposes and working to department protocols and Standard Operating Procedures to enable accurate recording of all stages of treatment and assessment.
Using the clinical image database systems (WABA MIM / EPR) for management of and online delivery of images.
Observing Trust policies and procedures.
Provide front of house support as necessary
About us
About the Royal Free London NHS Foundation TrustThe Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 2 million patients, treat more than 500,000 in A&E, deliver over 11,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Working ContextMedical Photography is part of the Surgical Associated Services Division and exists to support the Trust and enhance clinical services, learning and teaching and associated administrative processes and to contribute to the development of Trust policies.
Medical Photography ServiceMedical Photography is comprised of six staff, who are based at The Royal Free London Hospital and work across various Trust sites in North London. Responsible for providing a photographic / video support service covering patient care and medical education.The group offers a wealth of experience in all aspects of medical photography, with a clear focus on excellence; its staff regularly winning industry awards.
Details
Date posted
04 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£38,488 to £46,852 a year
inclusive of Inner HCAS pro rata, per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Part-time,
Flexible working
Reference number
391-RFL-8298865
Job locations
The Royal Free London Hospital
POND STREET
LONDON
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities
1.1Undertake and develop clinical photography (2D and 3D imaging systems)and videography ensuring that the clinical condition has been accuratelyinterpreted. Translating clinician requests into final imagery through the useof anatomical and physiological knowledge in conjunction with the correctuse and set up of all studio lighting and camera equipment as well as onlocation using portable equipment.
1.2 Responsible for deciding the most appropriate photographic technique tobest demonstrate the patients condition from the options available thismight include cross-lighting, ultraviolet and infrared photography.
1.3 To ensure ethical practices are followed, patient management skills and tact and diplomacy are used at all times throughout the photographic session. Being mindful of cultural and religious views and beliefs, to ensure all patients and customers specific photographic needs are fulfilled, and that clinical priorities are met
1.4Working in different locations e.g. studio, wards, clinics and operatingtheatres and at heights / confined spaces as dictated by circumstance.
Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
Degree in photography
Ability to work as a part of a team.
Commitment to undertake CPD activities and to undertake training.
.Ability to demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of clinical and general photographic techniques and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
Knowledge of 2D and 3D Digital imaging equipment.
Knowledge of photographic lighting and lighting techniques
Flexible, creative and problem-solving approach
Proven ability in producing standardised and demonstrative clinical photographs
Knowledge of photographic equipment
Ability to demonstrate initiative and solve problems.
Be a positive role model with the ability to demonstrate a credible and professional approach.
Ability to work closely with other members of the team or autonomously depending on circumstances
Promote good working relationships and support colleagues when needed.
Enthusiastic and assertive.
Diplomatic and calm.
Flexible, creative and problem-solving approach. Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service.
Desirable
BSc Medical Illustration / Degree in photography plus Post Graduate Certificate.
Membership of Institute of Medical Illustrators (IMI)
Registered Medical Photographer - AHCS.
Experience of general photographic practice.
Experience of videography and video editing (if no previous experience training will be provided).
Experience of 3D imaging (Training will be provided).
Experience of using image management systems.
Good level of computer literacy including working knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office, desktop publishing (DTP), photo manipulation and graphics software on A Mac or PC e.g.: Adobe Creative Suite Microsoft Office
Knowledge of clinical conditions, anatomy and physiology.
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to the acquisition and storage of clinical images.
Knowledge of colour management.
Knowledge and use of design and illustration software e.g.: Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Web Management Software
Discussion - Questions
Essential
Questions asked on clinical photography, taking photographs, working as a team,
Portfolio demonstration of work practice
Essential
Portfolio of work (12 images)
Photographic test
Essential
Photograph a single lesion with portable camera equipment (supplied)
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.
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.