substances should seek assistance from services available on campus or through the Colorado Physician Health Program (CPHP) (refer to Appendix II). In the event these behaviors affect academic performance, interprofessional relationships, patient care or clinical practice, the Student Promotions Committee may mandate evaluation by CPHP. 2.8b Respect for the Rights and Property of Others Students should conduct themselves in a manner that recognizes the rights and property of others. Examples of inappropriate behavior include, but are not limited to the following: Theft Damage to University or personal property of others Disruption of educational or other activities on campus Illegal use of University facilities Harassment or physical assault Any conduct that threatens the health or safety of others In the event of illegal activity, the police department will be contacted and the Student Promotions Committee will be notified. 2.9 The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Privacy Rule regulates the use and disbursement of individually identifiable health information and gives individuals the right to determine and restrict access to their health information. It requires that reasonable and appropriate technical, physical, and administrative safeguards be taken with electronic individually identifiable health information. Specifically, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all electronic protected health information we create, receive, maintain or transmit. All students enrolled in degree programs in a University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Program must be certified at University of Colorado when entering the Program. The HIPAA training is provided online, and information to access training will be provided at orientation. A score of 75% or better on the online HIPAA training course is a requirement prior to starting clinical rotations at the CHA/PA Program. Additional recertification will be required prior to the start of 2nd and 3rd year clinical rotations. Specific clinical sites may require additional training beyond the three trainings listed above. HIPAA Training is completed through the University of Colorado Human Resources website and modules (SkillPort). SECTION 3: CURRICULUM 3.1 The Academic Calendar The first, second, and third year are found on the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Office of the Registrar webpage. 3.2 CHA/PA Program Curriculum The CHA/PA Program’s three-year curriculum is developed and implemented under the authority of the Dean of the School of Medicine following approval by the CHA/PA Curriculum Committee. The CHA/PA Student Academic Policies and Procedure Handbook, the Clinical Handbooks, and the University of
Professional Role Level of Student Description of Role O – “Observer” • Most 1st Year CHA/PA Students • 2nd Year CHA/PA Students in surgical or specialty practice • The learner is not participating in direct patient care; rather they are observing the preceptor in most aspects of healthcare delivery. R – “Reporter” • Some 1st Year CHA/PA Students by the end of their first year (May) • All 2nd Year CHA/PA Students • The learner can accurately gather and clearly communicate facts to the preceptor. • Mastery of performing a history and physical exam. • Can recognize normal and abnormal findings. • Confidence to label a new problem • Answers the “what” questions as they relate to patient care. I – “Interpreter” • Advanced 2nd Year CHA/PA Students for common problems • All 3rd Year CHA/PA Students – Early in the 3rd Year • The learner begins to prioritize identified problems. • Development of differential diagnosis. • Using clinical findings and diagnostic studies to help support a diagnosis. • Answer the “why” questions as they related to patient care. M – “Manager” • All 3rd Year CHA/PA Students – Late in the 3rd Year • The learner should be able to provide at 3 reasonable options in their diagnostic and therapeutic plans. • Answers the “how” questions for getting things done. E – “Educator” • Highly advanced 3rd Year CHA/PA - Students at the end of their training • The learner will define important questions to study and differentiate current evidence. • Shares leadership within a team. • Learns from one’s own experience to become an educator. Appendix III: ORIME Clinical Assessment Explanation Appendix IV: Professional Development Evaluation Form Professional Development Evaluation Form
CLINICAL SITE EDUCATOR Joyce Nieman, MHS, PA-C Associate Professor, Pediatrics (303) 724-7288 Rural Health Track CHA/PA Course Director CURRICULUM DESIGN MANAGER Kirsti Broadfoot, PhD Associate Professor, Family Medicine Leadership Team FACULTY Kevin Bogart, MPAS, PA-C Assistant Professor, Pediatrics Faculty (303) 724-1339 Rachel Byrne, MS, PA-C Instructor, Pediatrics Faculty (303) 724-1337 Claudia Luna-Asturias, LGSW Instructor, Pediatrics (303) 724-1348 Urban Underserved Track CHA/PA Course Director SECTION 3: ASSOCIATED FACULTY Michael Hall, PhD Instructor of Physiology and Biophysics (303) 724-1335