NEW SITE ORIENTATION

ORIENTATION TO SITE

STUDENT:                                                         CLINICAL SITE:

Part one:  To insure that the student is properly oriented at the beginning of a new rotation/site, the student will  ask the Staff technologist to:

• show student around the department

• introduce new student to radiologists

• show how films are filed in (3-day vs regular file)

• identify the location of the department protocol, procedure manual,                     infection control manual and MSDS Manual

• identify the location of the clinical binder

• give location/use of technique chart

• explain general patient flow procedure

• explain different speed screens, grids that are available

Date: _______ R.T. Signature: ____________________________________

Part Two:  Students are to:

• put coats, purses, etc. in storage area

• be on time, have attendance documented with initials of R.T.

• check room assignment/procedures and/or technologist assignment

• warm up tube

• check linen supplies in rooms and restock (sheets, towels, pillow cases, wash cloths, and gowns.)

• check and restock other supplies needed for radiographic room

• clean table and table pad

• check cassette supply for each room and restock

• review the procedure manual, infection control manual and the MSDS manual

Part Three:

            A. Prior to doing exams, the student will check:

• written orders/clinical information on all patients (requisition and/or chart)

• name band on all “in-patients” and “ER-patients”.

• verify patient identification on “out-patients”

            B. Prior to leaving clinical site, the student will:

• finish exam in which the student is involved if possible.

• communicate pertinent information regarding patient to technologist if leaving department prior to the end of a procedure.

• clean and re-stock room

I, _______________________________, have been oriented to the new site and have completed the tasks above today and will continue to do these daily tasks during this rotation.  I have read the procedure    manuals, infection control manual, and the OSHA policies on bloodborne pathogens and MSDS.  I will use Standard Precautions on all patients and practice up-to-date infection control procedures.

 Student’s Signature:  ____________________________    Date:___________

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