Clinical Practicum
Affective Objectives
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The following objectives have been
listed as general affective objectives, since they apply to the overall
performance and participation by the student during clinical rotations
at the affiliate institutions. Among other qualities, the student is expected
to demonstrate dependability, organizational skills, time efficiency and
the ability to work with others in accordance with a professional program
of study. As a member of the health care team, it is expected that the
student will maintain an appropriate professional demeanor at all times.
During the clinical rotations and upon
completion of the program of study in Medical Technology, the student will
be able to:
- Comply with the established dress code policy as
outlined in the clinical practicum manual.
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Report to the laboratory at the scheduled time.
- Notify the Clinical Coordinator
and the University Education Coordinator when unable to report to the clinical
practicum.
- Comply with the attendance policy
as outlined in the clinical practicum manual.
- Comply with instructions given either orally or written.
- Demonstrate the ability to ask pertinent
questions or for assistance if needed.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently within student guidelines.
- Communicate courteously, effectively and professionally with instructors, laboratory staff, other health care personnel, patients and visitors.
- Demonstrate interest and enthusiasm for the clinical laboratory science profession.
- Accept evaluation of performance
as constructive when offered by instructors and other laboratory personnel,
and follow through with suggestions made.
- Adhere to laboratory safety regulations
in each clinical area.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area.
- Utilize reagents and supplies judiciously.
- Replenish supplies required in the laboratory work area.
- Demonstrate self-confidence in the operation of equipment and in the performance of laboratory procedures.
- Report patient laboratory results
only to authorized personnel.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all privileged information.
- Cooperate with other laboratory personnel to create a pleasant and efficient work environment.
- Demonstrate the ability to concentrate on the laboratory test procedure being performed and the need to avoid distractions.
- Demonstrate organizational skills
through ability to coordinate the quantity of work needed to be done with
the time available for its completion.
- Practice acceptable quality assurance
as established for each clinical area.
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Defend the policy of running quality control samples according to laboratory protocol.
- Coordinate theory with laboratoryanalysis to appropriately judge patient data.
- Offer assistance to other laboratory
personnel when scheduled assignment is complete.
- Recognize technical problems and plan possible corrective action.
- Maintain composure and work quality
under stressful conditions.
- Demonstrate concern for professional self-image and that of the medical technology profession by practicing ethical behavior, participating in professional activities, and attending professional seminars to maintain knowledge base.
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