Job Summary:

The Medical Illustrator will create illustrations and models of medical subjects for use in publications, training materials, exhibits and research, and consultations.The Medical Illustrator will work either manually or digitally to devise the best type of visual aid for a particular purpose.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Discusses with clients the subjects to be depicted, the purpose of the presentation, and the comparative costs of different types of presentations.
• Studies the subject to be depicted by various means including observing a patient, studying photographs, sketches, or motion pictures.
• Formulates concepts, prepares rough sketches or outlines of the project, and suggests the manner of presentation.Discusses the matter with client and receives approval to proceed with the finished product.
• Draws, constructs, or directs construction of illustration or model.Presents product to client for modifications or final approval.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills to understand client needs and to conceptualize the most effective form of visual presentation.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity to carry out actual preparation of the model or illustration.

Education and Experience:

• A Masters degree in medical illustration preferred.Courses studied may include human gross anatomy (with detailed dissection), illustration techniques, television and film production, computer graphics, business management, and production technology.
• Certification by the Medical Illustration Board of Certification.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.