Job Summary

Interview date is 28th May. A post has become available within the Medical Imaging Directorate for a qualified, experienced Senior Medical Photographer with NHS experience, to assist and support the small Medical Photography team. We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated and highly organised individual to work within our existing team, helping to maintain the efficient running of the service. You must have a flexible approach and be able to work under your own initiative. You will need to be a dedicated team player who has the ability to work professionally at all times, in a sometimes stressful environment. Experience in all aspects of Ophthalmology photography is desirable. Experience using CRIS and PACS would be advantageous.

Main Duties of the Job

You will be responsible for providing a comprehensive, high quality Medical Illustration Service to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] including clinical photography, general photography, image management, video production for patient record, research, education, publication and public relations. You will provide a comprehensive diagnostic digital ophthalmic retinal photography service, including fundus oculi and fluorescein angiography at the Alhambra Centre which is located in Barnsley Town Centre, part of the Health on the High Street initiative. It is essential that you have the experience to provide a comprehensive range of medical photography procedures without supervision both within the department in a dedicated studio and in clinics, wards, theatres and the Alhambra Centre according to a patient's clinical urgency. You will need to be an effective communicator with the ability to liaise with many different stakeholders both internal and external to the Trust in order to maintain our high standards and support the continued development of the Medical Photography service.

About Us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work. We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise. We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants. For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. We reserve the right to close positions early.

Details

• Date posted: 24 April 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: C9163-2868E-04-2026
• Job locations: Pogmoor Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2EP

Job Description

Job Description for Medical Photographer. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Supporting Documents: Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Values (Essential)

• Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
• Please describe in around 100 words: Describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential: Knowledge of practical lighting techniques in a variety of environments. Advance knowledge of digital photography, image processing, colour management and design trends. Advanced knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Advanced computer skills, image manipulation, secure storage, encrypting and printing of clinical and non-clinical images. Awareness for health and safety requirements.

Desirable: Experience with Adobe InDesign. Videography and video editing.

Skills and Abilities

Essential: Skills in ophthalmic imaging including FFA and forensic photography. Ability to work effectively within a team. Good interpersonal skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to use own initiative and organise own workload when required. Excellent Organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure and in difficult conditions.

Desirable: Skills in dermoscopy, IR photography, cross polarizing photography and intra-oral photography.

Experience

Essential: High standard of practical Medical Photography skills. UK hospital experience. Adobe Photoshop user. Ophthalmic experience, including FFA.

Qualifications

Essential: Degree in Medical Photography or equivalent. Participation in CPD, with personal portfolio of development consistently maintained. Current IMI, or AHCS registration.

Desirable: Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Photography. Membership of the Ophthalmic Imaging Association.

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.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

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Address: Pogmoor Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2EP

Employer's website: https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk

Contact email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Contact name: Maxine Harrison

Phone: [contact hidden]