Students will be required to develop and utilize interpersonal relationship skills and be able to function in highly stressful situations. In order to protect the student, a physician's release form must be obtained by the student indicating the student is able to fully participate in the surgical setting. Students are taught protective and precautionary procedures which must be followed in the clinical setting. Ability to make decisions and solve problems Ability to listen to surgeons' orders and do what they requested Frequently listen to doctors and other medical workers Ability to understand and use words when speaking to others Ability to operate medical equipment with precision Frequently use arms and hands to reach for and handle medical equipment Ability to move the hands easily and skillfully Ability to move the fingers quickly or accurately Frequently use fingers to pick up small items, such as needles Occasionally use fingertips to feel a particular area of the patient Occasionally lift and move patients onto the operating table Occasionally stoop while working on patients Occasionally need to see nearby objects clearly, as when reading a medical chart Occasionally need to see the difference between colors Conscientiousness and respect for the confidential nature of medical information are required Possess attributes that include integrity, responsibility, and tolerance Show respect for self and others Essential abilities in information acquisition - the ability to master information presented in the course work in the form of lectures, written material, and projected images Cognitive abilities necessary to master relevant content in basic science and clinical courses at a level deemed appropriate by the faculty. Students are to undergo a background check and drug testing before beginning the clinical externships.
Students are responsible for any cost incurred.
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