Medical Photographer Review

Work experience was for a medical photographer at a medical photography department in an NHS hospital. The job involves photographing/capturing video of patients before, during and after treatment. Includes studio, ward, theatre and mortuary locations.

In terms of new skills I learnt how to use a 3D camera and how to image on locations such as theatres and on ward. Existing skills have developed in studio photography especially with understanding the way location of the light would affect camera settings.

The work experience is absolutely fantastic. A hands on appriach is extremely useful in this field of work as books will never teach you how to interact with patients in different situations.

Certain hospitals definetly show appreciation to medical photography departments. But others cut funding and leave only onemeber of staff to cover the whole hospital which is extremely stressful.

It was terribly organised to be honest. I knew about some of my placements 2 days before i actually had to travel 3 hours by train to (and find affordable accomodation).

From university- not that much- it helped with lectures and writing essays.but in terms of placements. It didnt help that much.

From placement organisers a huge amount. So helped me with personal portfolios as well as university work. Very friendly people which is great to have when meeting new people.

Was not given any salary as it was a university placement so i had to use my student loan which was not enough - had to ask parent and use overdraft.

There are private firms out there but unless you have relevant experience, they wouldn't take you up on placement let alone a job.

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People are very helpful in the nhs. Very easy to get useful contacts in all departments of the hospital.

Be energetic at the interview. People want to know that you can handle busy situations and would want to stay in the role for at least 5 years.