Clinical Hw Flashcards
Why are program goals and outcomes important in radiologic technology?
They prepare you to become a successful radiologic technologist by focusing on essential skills and professionalism.
Radiologic professionals conduct both routine and complex exams while ensuring diagnostic quality, safety, and effective communication with patients and the healthcare team.
On what page can you find instructor/faculty contact information?
Pg 6
What is the minimum grade a student must earn to pass radiography classes including clinical?
A 75% in each class, 75% on image evaluation, and at least 65% or higher on each clinical test.
How early should students arrive to clinical?
At least 15 minutes prior to their shift, but arriving 30 minutes early is recommended.
What are the start and end times for clinical day rotations?
8am-4pm
What are the hours for clinical night rotations?
1pm-9pm
What days will you be at clinical for Clinical 1?
Tuesday and Thursday
What days will you be at clinical for Clinical 2?
Monday to Friday
What days will you be at clinical for Clinical 3?
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
How are students assigned to clinical sites/rotations?
Based on the top 4 clinical sites they have chosen, with an attempt to assign students to their top 2 choices.
Why must students have ‘good’ attendance at clinical?
It reflects professionalism and is crucial for gaining clinical experience to become better radiographers.
What is the first step for calling out sick from clinical?
Call in sick to your clinical site by 8am (preferably sooner).
What must you do after calling your clinical site if you are sick?
Email or call the college department secretary before 8am with a subject line that includes your name, date, and absence.
What is the final step in the process of calling out sick?
Notify the clinical instructor through text or phone call.
Who is responsible for completing the Attendance Sheets?
A supervisor or a staff radiographer
They are in charge of signing students in and out, and must record lateness or absences.
What is the penalty for not handing in clinical paperwork on time for the first infraction?
-2 points
The penalties increase with subsequent infractions: -4 points for the second and -6 points for the third.
Do students submit a copy or the original Attendance Sheet?
The original Attendance Sheet
Faxing Attendance Sheets between clinical sites is not acceptable.
If a student arrives late at 8:05, how much time will they be docked from ‘bank time’?
0.5 hours (30 minutes)
1/4 increments
This is based on being late by 5 minutes.
What page explains the hours earned for bank time?
Page 9
If a student used zero hours in Clinical 1, they would start Clinical 2 with the full amount of bank time allocated for the semester, typically 22.5 hours.
Why should students be careful with their bank time usage?
Excessive use can reduce available hours for future assignments
Poor management may also affect attendance records and clinical performance evaluations.
If a student leaves clinical for any reason, do they need to get signed out?
Yes
This ensures proper tracking of attendance and compliance with clinical policies.
Who has the authority to dismiss a student from clinical?
A technologist, nursing supervisor, hospital administrator, or clinical instructor
They can dismiss a student for the day or permanently.
What are common reasons for student dismissal by clinical instructors?
Unprofessional behavior, failure to adhere to clinical policies, safety violations, excessive absenteeism, and repeated mistakes
These issues often jeopardize patient safety.
What is the Yellow paperwork called and what is it used for?
Program requirements: used by clinical instructors to enter data and sign off, listing exams by categories such as Mandatory competencies (MC) and Elective (EC)
This form records and tracks student progress toward clinical exam requirements.
