Ophthalmic Medical Photographer
- NHS
- Full Time
- Middlesbrough
- 28392.00 - 31157.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within the Ophthalmic Imaging Department.
The Post holder will actively participate and assist with the effective and efficient maintenance of a comprehensive Imaging and Diagnostic photographic service to the Directorate of Ophthalmology.
They should be able to prioritise and plan their own workload and the ability to work independently is essential.They will assist with service development and audit of photography and imaging, ensuring high standards are maintained. Where appropriate, adhere to and implement good scientific practice standards for Ophthalmic and Vision Science.
Main duties of the job
Retinal photography
Fluorescein fundus angiography - electronic image recording, image processing and quality assurance
Optical coherence tomography
Anterior segment OCT
Administration of eye drops to facilitate ocular imaging
Visual Acuity assessment
The ability to be able to concentrate for prolonged periods to capture images and then be able to manipulate them to achieve the best result for the patient
Preparation of images for clinic sessions
About us
We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions:
o Your Leadership Impacto Leading Your Team to Successo Service Improvement for Beginnerso Developing your Service Improvement Skills
The leadership and improvement programme aims to:o Explore leadership within the NHSo Promote Trust values and behaviourso Develop your leadership effectiveness and skillso Equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.
After you complete these three and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer further in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- oMust have an Ophthalmic health care background
Desirable
- oExperience using Imaging equipment and software
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- oNumeracy and Literacy Level oor oMaths & English (English Language or English Literature) GCSE A-C/4-9 oor oMaths & English O Level/GCE A-C oor oMaths & English CSE Grade 1 oOr oNARIC/ENIC which compares the qualification to UK GCSE (https://www.enic-naric.net/)
- oMust be computer literate
Desirable
- OCT capture/Interpretation course
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- oMust be able to work on own initiative and prioritise busy workload.
- oExcellent interpersonal skills are required to achieve desired results for patients.
- oMust be able to communicate where there are significant barriers to understanding and be able to fault-find on complex equipment.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
