Medical Photographer

Medical Photographer — Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Location: Beverly Hills, CA

Position: Medical Photographer
Schedule: 1–2 days per week
Specialty: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, with a focus on Breast Reconstruction

Practice: Zampell Plastic Surgery (Private Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Practice)

About the Practice
We are a specialized plastic and reconstructive surgery practice in Beverly Hills seeking a skilled, detail-oriented, and professional Medical Photographer to join our team on a part-time basis.
Our practice has a particular focus on breast reconstruction for patients undergoing treatment for breast cancer, as well as complex reconstructive and plastic surgery. High-quality clinical photography is an essential part of our practice, supporting patient care, surgical planning, postoperative evaluation, medical documentation, and education.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of clinical photography, lighting, composition, consistency, and patient privacy, with an appreciation for the importance of creating standardized images that accurately document surgical outcomes.

Position Overview The Medical Photographer will be responsible for obtaining standardized, high-quality clinical photographs of patients before and after surgery.

The position will work closely with two plastic surgeons and the clinical team, photographing patients at key stages of their reconstructive journey.

In addition to patient photography, the Medical Photographer will be responsible for organizing, maintaining, and quality-controlling the practice's clinical photography library, ensuring that photographs remain accurate, accessible, secure, and consistently organized over time.

This is an excellent opportunity for a photographer interested in developing specialized experience in plastic surgery and breast reconstruction within a professional, patient-centered private practice.

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Photography

Photograph patients during preoperative consultations and postoperative follow-up visits
Obtain standardized clinical photographs according to established practice protocols
Photograph breast reconstruction patients at appropriate stages of treatment and recovery
Capture consistent views for comparison over time
Maintain consistent positioning, framing, distance, lighting, and background
Photograph both surgical sites and relevant donor sites when appropriate
Assist surgeons in documenting complex reconstructive cases
Photograph patients before and after revisions and staged procedures
Ensure images are properly focused, exposed, and composed
Review images for quality and completeness before the patient leaves

Breast Reconstruction Photography
Particular attention will be given to patients undergoing:

DIEP and other autologous breast reconstruction
Implant-based reconstruction
Tissue expander reconstruction
Breast reconstruction following mastectomy
Breast reconstruction revisions
Nipple and areola reconstruction
Donor-site procedures
Symmetry procedures and revisions

The photographer will help establish a consistent longitudinal photographic record of each patient's reconstructive journey.
Photo Organization & Maintenance

Upload and organize photographs according to established practice protocols
Ensure accurate patient identification and appropriate image labeling
Maintain consistent file naming and folder organization
Maintain organized longitudinal photographic records for patients undergoing staged reconstruction
Ensure photographs from different visits can be readily located and compared
Perform routine quality-control review of the clinical photography library
Identify missing, duplicate, incorrectly labeled, or poor-quality images
Correct organizational or labeling issues promptly
Maintain secure digital storage and appropriate backup procedures
Monitor storage capacity and communicate technical or storage concerns
Archive photographs appropriately according to practice protocols
Maintain the overall organization and integrity of the practice's photographic database
Assist with improving photography workflows and organizational systems as needed

Workflow & Equipment

Coordinate photography efficiently with the clinical schedule
Work closely with physicians and clinical staff to ensure required views are obtained
Maintain and prepare photography equipment
Ensure camera, lenses, lighting, and accessories are functioning properly
Maintain consistent photographic settings and lighting
Identify equipment or workflow issues and communicate them promptly
Assist with maintaining an efficient process for transferring photographs into the practice's designated storage system

Patient Interaction
Many of our patients are undergoing or recovering from breast cancer treatment. The photographer must be able to create a comfortable, respectful, and professional environment during clinical photography.
Responsibilities include

Explain the photography process clearly to patients
Maintain patient dignity and privacy
Obtain appropriate consent according to practice protocols
Provide clear instructions regarding positioning
Help patients feel comfortable during photography
Maintain strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Demonstrate sensitivity when photographing patients following mastectomy or other major surgery

QualificationsRequired

Demonstrated photography experience
Strong understanding of digital photography, lighting, exposure, and composition
Excellent attention to detail
Strong organizational and digital file-management skills
Professional and polished demeanor
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work comfortably with patients in a clinical setting
Commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality
Ability to maintain consistent photographic standards

Preferred
Experience in one or more of the following is strongly preferred:

Medical or clinical photography
Plastic surgery photography
Breast reconstruction photography
Dermatology photography
Cosmetic or aesthetic photography
Surgical photography
Healthcare or medical documentation
Digital asset or photographic library management

Experience with standardized clinical photography protocols is a significant plus.
Technical Skills The ideal candidate will be comfortable with:

Professional DSLR or mirrorless camera systems
Studio or clinical lighting
Consistent camera positioning and framing
Digital image management and organization
Secure digital file storage and backup
Basic image processing and color correction
Maintaining consistent photographic settings across patients and visits

Experience with the practice's existing camera and photography workflow is helpful but not required.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:

Highly detail-oriented
Consistent and methodical
Exceptionally organized
Comfortable working directly with patients
Professional, warm, and respectful
Sensitive to the needs of breast cancer and reconstructive surgery patients
Reliable and punctual
Able to work efficiently in a busy medical office
Comfortable taking direction from two plastic surgeons
Able to independently manage the practice's photography organization and maintenance
Interested in developing expertise in medical and reconstructive photography
Able to maintain strict patient confidentiality

A strong understanding that clinical photography is medical documentation—not simply aesthetic photography—is essential.
Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly compensation, commensurate with photography experience and clinical photography expertise
Part-time schedule of 1–2 days per week
Consistent scheduling
Opportunity for additional hours as practice needs evolve
Paid sick time in accordance with California requirements
Professional development and training
Opportunity to develop specialized experience in plastic surgery and breast reconstruction
Collaborative and professional work environment
Beverly Hills location

Schedule
1–2 days per week, primarily during regular business hours, Monday through Friday.
Specific days will be determined based on the practice's surgical and clinic schedule.

Why Join Our Team?

This position provides an opportunity to work closely with two plastic surgeons and become an important part of a specialized reconstructive practice.

The Medical Photographer will play a meaningful role in documenting the care of patients undergoing breast reconstruction after breast cancer, while developing expertise in standardized clinical photography, surgical documentation, and clinical image management.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in precision, consistency, organization, professionalism, and patient care.

How to Apply
Please submit

Resume or CV
Photography portfolio, preferably including medical, clinical, portrait, or surgical photography
Brief cover letter describing your photography experience and interest in medical photography
Description of experience with digital photo organization or image management, if applicable

Experience with clinical photography or plastic surgery is preferred, but candidates with excellent technical photography skills and the right patient-centered approach are encouraged to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $26.38 - $40.00 per hour
Work Location: In person