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Clinical Photographer
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board View all jobs
Posted 15 day(s) ago
Reference: 2347907
Job summary
We are looking for a dedicated individual seeking an exciting career in Clinical Photography.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB Medical Illustration Department provide a high standard photography, video and graphic design service.
Based at our main department at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, you will gain exposure to all aspects of clinical photography undertaking clinical photography in many specialities across CTMUHB such as Dermatology, Maxillofacial, Ophthalmology, ENT, Tissue Viability, Theatre and many more.
Main duties of the job
This post is fixed term/secondment for 10 months from start date due to funding. Anyone wishing to apply for the post as a secondment must seek approval from their Line Manager before applying.
To work in a team of clinical photographers to produce clinical photographs/video to aid patient care, diagnosis, teaching, research, and publications.
The post holder will provide a range of photographic knowledge and skills to support a variety of multidisciplinary teams, across a range of clinical specialties within the organisation.
Working in a variety of clinical environments, the post holder will use a combination of standardised and non-standardised photographic techniques.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
- We listen, learn, and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Details
Date posted
17 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
10 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
110-HS016-0926
Job locations
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Pontyclun
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess an Honours degree or equivalent qualifications, in photography or a relevant media related subject that has a focus on photography. Alternatively, learners must have sufficient relevant professional photographic work experience.
- Evidence of background research into the medical illustration profession and NHS.
Desirable
- Experience of work in a public/service environment.
- Experience of work in a medical photography department.
- Membership with the professional body for clinical photographers, the Institute of Medical Illustrators.
- Demonstrate photography skills in a range of subject matter, e.g. still-life photography and portraiture. Demonstrate control of lighting on location and in the studio.
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate a good level of technical skill in digital photography.
- Demonstrate photographic skills in different environments including studio and on location.
- Demonstrate skills in composition and visual perception.
- Show a good level of computer literacy, particularly with digital imaging software.
- Demonstrate good communication skills in a variety of settings and with a range of people.
- Demonstrate ability to work as a member of a team.
- Demonstrate organisational skills.
- Show a desire for further personal and professional development and qualifications.
Desirable
- Wide range of technical knowledge.
- Welsh language speaking & listening skills at Level 3 or above.
Other
Essential
- Ability to transport photographic / video equipment to other sites where services are required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess an Honours degree or equivalent qualifications, in photography or a relevant media related subject that has a focus on photography. Alternatively, learners must have sufficient relevant professional photographic work experience.
- Evidence of background research into the medical illustration profession and NHS.
Desirable
- Experience of work in a public/service environment.
- Experience of work in a medical photography department.
- Membership with the professional body for clinical photographers, the Institute of Medical Illustrators.
- Demonstrate photography skills in a range of subject matter, e.g. still-life photography and portraiture. Demonstrate control of lighting on location and in the studio.
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Demonstrate a good level of technical skill in digital photography.
- Demonstrate photographic skills in different environments including studio and on location.
- Demonstrate skills in composition and visual perception.
- Show a good level of computer literacy, particularly with digital imaging software.
- Demonstrate good communication skills in a variety of settings and with a range of people.
- Demonstrate ability to work as a member of a team.
- Demonstrate organisational skills.
- Show a desire for further personal and professional development and qualifications.
Desirable
- Wide range of technical knowledge.
- Welsh language speaking & listening skills at Level 3 or above.
Other
Essential
- Ability to transport photographic / video equipment to other sites where services are required.
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
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Pontyclun
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Pontyclun
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom