Job summary
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 Context
Medical 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 Service
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. 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
Closing date: 18 November 2026

Job responsibilities

• 1.1 Undertake and develop clinical photography (2D and 3D imaging systems) and videography ensuring that the clinical condition has been accurately interpreted. Translating clinician requests into final imagery through the use of anatomical and physiological knowledge in conjunction with the correct use and set up of all studio lighting and camera equipment as well as on location using portable equipment.
• 1.2 Responsible for deciding the most appropriate photographic technique to best demonstrate the patients condition from the options available this might 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
• 1.4 Working in different locations e.g. studio, wards, clinics and operating theatres and at heights / confined spaces as dictated by circumstance.

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details

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
Questions asked on clinical photography, taking photographs, working as a team.

Portfolio demonstration of work practice
Portfolio of work (12 images)

Photographic test
Photograph a single lesion with portable camera equipment (supplied)

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. 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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

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