Course Description
A method of instruction
providing detailed education, training, work-based experience, and direct
patient/client care generally at a clinical site. Specific detailed
learning objectives are developed for each course by the faculty. On-site
clinical instruction, supervision, evaluation, and placement is the
responsibility of the college faculty. Course may be repeated if topics
and learning outcomes vary. Students are assigned to a hospital or clinical
laboratory and rotate through assigned departments to meet established
clinical objectives.
COURSE GOALS
Successful completion of
MLAB 2360 Clinical I requires that the student be able to do the following:
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Develop proficiency in the clinical objectives of each rotation
to which assigned by reviewing basic principles and procedures and,
openly demonstrating organizational and technical skills.
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Demonstrate initiative by reviewing course materials prior to
and during the rotation, asking questions to advance understanding,
research areas of weakness, and asking for additional work as needed.
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Understand the importance of punctuality and attendance at each
day of clinical as demonstrated by a good attendance record and promptly
notifying the MLT faculty and, if applicable, the clinical facility
of any absences or tardiness.
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Demonstrate professional behavior by maintaining a strong positive
attitude, exhibiting a proactive attitude in developing the competencies
required, developing and using good professional judgment in all matters
concerning laboratory safety and interaction with patients, specimens,
hospital/clinic staff, faculty and fellow students.
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Demonstrate understanding of the many needs/requirements of the
clinical laboratory through awareness of the departmental workloads,
maintaining accurate records, restocking supplies as necessary and
cleaning up work area at the completion of clinical activities.
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Maintain a safe laboratory environment by adhering to all applicable
safety regulations as presented throughout the MLT Program which include,
but not limited to, appropriate disinfection of work area, maintaining
a neat, uncluttered, work area, wearing of appropriate PPE, and reporting
hazards observed.
