About The Organisation
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do.
Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
About The Organisation
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do.
Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire.
NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for an Ophthalmic Imaging Technician to join our team within the Medical Photography Service at NHS Lanarkshire.
You will join a team of staff who are committed to providing a comprehensive Medical Photography/ Ophthalmic photography and Graphic Design Service, pan Lanarkshire.
You will be based at the University Hospital Hairmyres and will undertake ophthalmic imaging duties.
You will assist in the provision of high-quality diagnostic imaging for Ophthalmology Services across the organisation and be required to work at more than one hospital site based on the service needs.
Applicants should possess an HND in Photography.
Consideration will also be given to applicants who have an equivalent level media / imaging qualification and proven relevant experience working within the healthcare setting.




It's adventitious for applicants to be experienced in OCT image capture and Fundus Photography, as well as being familiar with digital imaging workflows and using image management systems.
The successful candidate will be required to work 36hrs versátil shift pattern working, evening and weekend, 5 days over 7.
This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/ record.
If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, please see job description and person specification.
In This Key Role, You Will
Telephone communication with service users, request receipt, patient identity checks, registration into Information Management System
Completes specified training to acquire the underpinning knowledge and practical skills necessary to operate specialised equipment in the MIS department and Ophthalmic Clinics
Perform image upload to ophthalmic image server or MIM and manipulate images as per set protocols and report any failures or deviations in Quality control to senior member of staff
Complies with Health and Safety control measures at all times




Undertakes H&S; and Fire Safety checks
What You'll Bring
HND in Photography
Detailed knowledge of digital photography and image processing
Full Driving licence and access to a vehicle is required, as this is a rotational post and the post holder will travel pan-Lanarkshire
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient IT Skills which include a working knowledge of Microsoft office packages / Apple Mac system
Excellent organisation skills and the ability to prioritise and work on own initiative
A driving licence is required; this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
What We Offer
As a valued employee of NHS Lanarkshire, you can enjoy an extensive range of benefits including:
Annual Leave - 35 days including public holidays
Generous NHS pension scheme
Annual incremental salary progression
Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
NHS discounts and more.
NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent - regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.
Care experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children's settings.
For informal discussion, please contact John Biagi, Medical Illustration Service Manager on ******.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process or require support with your application, contact Stephanie McNeill, Recruitment Administrator on ******
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