Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures
Student Handbook
March 2012
Reviewed and or Revised 3/22/2012
______Program Director
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Table Of Contents
15440.01a: Hendrick Medical Center Mission ...... 3 15440.01b: Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography Mission ...... 3 15440.02: Payment and Refund Policy ...... 4 15440.03: Dress and Conduct ...... 5 15440.04: Program Hours ...... 8 15440.05: Attendance Policy ...... 9 15440.06: Ethics ...... 12 15440.07: Sick Leave and Make-Up Time ...... 14 15440.08: Leave of Absence ...... 15 15540.09: Make-Up Work ...... 16 15440.10: Grading Policy ...... 17 15440.11: Vacation and Holiday Policy ...... 19 15440.12: Pregnancy Policy ...... 20 15440.13: Weather Policy ...... 21 15440.14: Student Fund-Raising Projects ...... 22 15440.15: Probation/Termination ...... 23 15440.16: School Records ...... 25 15440.17: Graduation Requirements ...... 26 15440.18: Student Health ...... 28 15440.19: Infection control ...... 29 15440.20: Students Lockers ...... 30 15440.21: Grievance Procedure ...... 31 15440.22: Student Employment Status ...... 33 15440.24: Student Awards ...... 35 15440.25: Internet Use ...... 36 15400.26: Drug Free Workplace ...... 37 15440.27: Drug and Alcohol Testing - Reasonable Suspicion ...... 39 15400.28: Illegal Drugs and Intoxicants ...... 41 15440.30 Radiation Protection Protocol ...... 44 15440.31: Suggestion Extra Credit ...... 46 15440.32: Use of Cellular Phones and Electronic Communication Devices ...... 47 15440.33: Clinical Assignments ...... 50 15440.33: Clinical Assignments page 2 of 2 ...... 51 Description of Courses (Didactic, Lab) ...... 54 Research Paper Instructions ...... 58 Student Agreement ...... 59 JRCERT Accreditation Status ...... 60 Organizational Chart ...... 61 The Rules in Plain English ...... 62 The Honor Code ...... 63
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Index: 15440.01 Revised: 5/21/2009 Supersedes:1/1997 Page 1 of 2
15440.01a: Hendrick Medical Center Mission
The mission of Hendrick Medical Center and Hendrick Medical Development Corporation is to be a community and regional health system by:
Promoting the mental, spiritual, and physical health of area residents in the Christian context as an extension of the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
Providing a spectrum of high quality health services to all residents of our community and region. We will emphasize excellence and service in all that we do, using sound financial principles and innovative cost containment strategies, to include our involvement in joint business ventures and collaborative relationships with other organizations.
Conducting allied and community health education programs.
15440.01b: Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography Mission
To provide our community and region with radiography graduates that professionally deliver high quality health services with competence, excellence, and compassion.
Goal # 1 Program effectiveness will be monitored and reviewed.
Goal # 2 Students will be clinically competent.
Goal # 3 Students will communicate effectively.
Goal # 4 Students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Goal # 5 Students will develop and grow professionally.
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Index: 15440.02 Revised:6/23/2011 Supersedes: 5/21/2009 Page 1 of 1 15440.02: Payment and Refund Policy
POLICY: Payments are due on the 1st day of the first 4 semesters. Each semester is 16 weeks in length. The refund policy will be published.
RULES: 1. Payment is made as follows:
1st day $750.00 Tuition 1st day of 2nd semester $750.00 Tuition 1st day of 3rd semester $750.00 Tuition 1st day of 4th semester $750.00 Tuition
Grand total paid to Hendrick Medical Center $3000.00
2. At the end of the program, the student must pay the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists approximately $250.00 to take the Registry Examination.
A fee of approximately $32.00 to the Texas Department of Health for the Medical Radiologic Technologist License (MRT) will be required.
3. Tuition is refunded at the following rate for each 16 week semester.
3.1 Withdraw in 1st- 4th week - full refund of paid tuition for the current semester
3.2 Withdrawal after the 4th week but before the 8th week – refund $300.00.
3.3 After the 8th week - no refund.
4. Students will make payments directly to Hendrick Medical Center’s 4th floor cashier. School of Radiography tuition payment must be noted on the receipt as well as the cost center number 15440 and account number 380000. It is the student’s responsibility to furnish a copy of the receipt to the school office. Ask the cashier to please print two receipts.
5. Students may make payments in advance of the due date. Such payments are only refundable if the student withdraws.
6. Repeated semester $750.00 if applicable.
4 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures Index: 15440.03 Revised 5/21/2009 Supersedes: 6/04 Page 1 of 3 15440.03: Dress and Conduct
POLICY: Students must demonstrate a professional manner and a willingness to conform to the rules and regulations of the institution regarding dress and conduct.
RULES: 1. DRESS: Professional dress, good grooming and good personal hygiene is expected of every student. 2. UNIFORMS: 2.1 Student uniforms are to be clean and neat and to be worn to school every clinical day even when the student is assigned in surgery.
2.2 The uniform policy of the clinical site to which the student is assigned must be followed. Hendrick campus students should not wear Navy, Brown, Sea Foam, Denim, or Camouflage Scrubs of an unusual nature “hot pepper design etc.” should be approved prior to purchase. If the clinical site assigned has a special dress day i.e. casual Friday, Western day, students may dress according to the policy of the site on that day.
2.3 Pregnant students are required to wear a maternity uniform as indicated. This uniform must be approved by the program director.
2.4 On all class days students may wear casual clothes appropriate in the hospital setting. At all times, clothing will be neat, clean, crisp and in good repair, and appropriate for the workplace. Clothing must fit properly (not too tight or too baggy). Clothing that is sloppy or revealing is not appropriate. It is not appropriate to wear shorts, bib overalls, halter tops, tube tops, spaghetti-strap shirts, beachwear, workout attire, sweat suits, tank tops, sleeveless T-shirts, spandex or other form fitting clothing. In addition, clothing that reveals excessive cleavage or chest is not permitted. Clothing that reveals the back, stomach/midriff, or undergarments will also not be permitted. Furthermore, flip flops or slippers are not appropriate. Athletic shoes are permitted. Skirts should come to at least the knee while standing. While seated, thighs should be covered. If a skirt comes to just below the knee, a slit to just above the knee may be acceptable. A very long skirt should not be slit to above the knee. This policy is a guideline of minimum standards. Hendrick is confident each student will use his/her best judgment in following this policy. This is not an all inclusive list; thus, the right to determine appropriateness is the responsibility of the department director. If you are unsure whether an article of clothing is appropriate, most likely it is not.
3. PROFESSIONAL MANNER: A quiet, professional manner especially around patients, contributes to a feeling of well being by the patient and is expected of each student.
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4. PARKING: Students must adhere to all signs and rules of the hospital regarding parking. Violations of parking: i.e. parking in visitors parking may result in immediate suspension or dismissal from the program.
5. COMMUNICATIONS 5.1 Bulletin Boards: It is the responsibility of the student to check the respective department bulletin boards for announcements and schedule changes.
5.2 Telephone: 5.2.1 Except in emergencies, personal calls should not be made or received on business phones at the hospital. 5.2.2 When answering business phones always identify your department and give your name. Always take down the name of the person calling and deliver messages promptly.
5.3 Internet: 5.3.1 All students are required to have an email account while enrolled in the program. 5.3.2 All clinical sites are required to provide access to email access for students. It is the students’ responsibility to inform the program of any problems in accessing their account. 5.3.3 Students are required to check their email and Internet site at least once a week. Messages will typically be posted on Friday with the expectation that students will check their account by the end of the school day on Monday. 5.3.4 Students are required to enroll in the school group, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hmcradiology/ 5.3.5 Students are responsible for checking their grades and attendance via the Internet and reporting any discrepancies weekly. 5.3.6 Following graduation, students will be sent an invitation to join the HMC Radiography School Alumni group. Participation in this group is encouraged. The group has open enrollment and can be joined at any time.
6. ADDRESS CHANGES: Any change in address or telephone number must be reported immediately to the administrative office of the program.
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7. OFF DUTY VISITATION: 7.1 Students should observe approved hospital visiting hours.
7.2 Students not on duty must not be in the clinical area except for preparing assignments or with special visiting permission.
7.3 No clinical procedures are to be performed when not on duty.
8. SMOKING: Hendrick Medical Center is a Tobacco Free campus. Use of tobacco products is forbidden on the campus, including the parking lots.
9. EATING AND DRINKING: Food and drinks are confined to designated areas, i.e. cafeteria or break room. No food or drinks are allowed in patient care areas.
10. GUM: Chewing gum is not permitted in clinical areas.
11. Student pagers, beepers, or cell phones should not interfere with class or a patient examination.
12. CLINICAL BEHAVIOR: 12.1 Students are to have their RT. and LT. markers with them on clinical days. Markers are to be used on all images.
12.2 The supervising technologist will bring to the attention of the program director sub-optimal images for review with the student. After the discussion the student will be placed on one (1) month probation with review of work at the end of probation. Note: Patient conditions and equipment factors will be taken into account.
12.3 The student is expected to view his or her technologist in the radiology department as their supervisor.
12.4 As the supervisors the technologists may instruct and direct the clinical actions of the students.
12.5 The student is expected to follow the instructions and directions of the technologists in the radiology department unless contradictory to the school policy. Failure to do so will be considered insubordination.
12.6 Inappropriate remarks or requests from staff, fellow classmates, or physicians should be reported to the Program Director immediately.
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Index: 15440.04 Effective: 7/10/2000 Revised: 6/23/2011 Supersedes: 12/10 Page 1 of 1
15440.04: Program Hours
POLICY: Students are required to attend classes and clinical experience according to an organized plan of attendance.
RULES: 1. Hours: The program is thirty (30) hours per week. Hours are 8:00 - 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Classroom instruction is one day per week, clinical instruction four days per week.
2. Evenings: During the fourth semester of the program students are required to complete 88 clinical hours on evening shifts. Evening hours will be assigned by the clinical coordinator. Students failing to complete the required hours during the third semester may be required to repeat the semester.
3. Breakfast should be eaten prior to clocking in for the clinical rotation.
4. Lunch: 3.1 The length of the lunch break is 30 minutes.
3.2 The time of the lunch break is at the discretion of the student's assigned supervisor.
3.3 Students leaving the campus for lunch must sign or badge out when they leave and sign or badge back in when they return.
5. Breaks: Any other breaks are not guaranteed and are permitted at the discretion of the student's assigned supervisor.
8 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures Index: 15440.05 Revised:3/22/2012 Supersedes: 4/12/2010 Page 1 of 3 15440.05: Attendance Policy
POLICY: A permanent record of attendance and absences will be maintained.
RULES:
1. Time Clock: All students will clock in upon arrival and out upon departure. If the clinical site does not have access to a time clock, students are required to sign in and out for attendance records. Failure to clock or sign in or out will result in loss of time unless verified by an instructor.
2. Clock or sign in and out on time. Normal clinical day attendance requirement is from 8:00am until 2:00pm. Evening shift (late hour) attendance begins at 2:00pm. 8:11 a.m. for day shifts and 2:11 p.m. for evening shifts is considered tardy.
3. Students leaving the campus for any reason must clock or sign out when they leave and must clock or sign back in when they return.
4. For evening shift rotations and approved make up hours students will clock or sign in arrival and departure times. Failure to clock or sign in or out will result in loss of time unless verified by an instructor. Students are required to turn in a list of procedures performed with the clock out time noted and signed by the supervising technologist before time will be awarded.
5. Failure to clock or sign in for any shift will result in a tardy. Failure to clock or sign out will result in a one (1) hour penalty from the expected departure time.
6. Clocking or signing in or out for anyone other than yourself will result in a one (1) day automatic suspension for the first offense and automatic termination for the second offense.
7. Tardiness is failure to report within 10 minutes of the scheduled starting time. Extraordinary circumstances such as inclement weather days or emergencies may be excluded as determined by the supervisor.
8. Three tardies in one clinical grading period will result in a reduction of twenty (20) points from the clinical grade for that grading period.
9. Three incidences of tardiness will equal one incident of absence.
Index: 15440.05
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10. Students are allowed 7 incidents of absence during each year.
11. Consecutive days of absence are considered one incident of absence.
12. Discipline for excessive absences will begin once a student has accrued the maximum number of acceptable absences of 7 per year. Further disciplinary action, up to and including termination will occur as follows:
13. A Potential Dismissal Notice will be issued with the 8th incident of absence. a. The Potential Dismissal Notice will serve as a written reminder of the consequences of the student’s poor attendance record.
b. The student will be required to use their days off to replace each additional day of absence. Make up days must be scheduled with the clinical coordinator.
c. Failure to comply will result in the student being placed on probation.
14. The student will be placed on Probation with the 9th incident of absence. a. The Probation Notice will serve as the second written reminder of the consequences of the student’s poor attendance record.
b. The student will be required to use their days off to replace each additional day of absence. Make up days must be scheduled with the clinical coordinator.
c. Failure to comply will result in termination
d. First year students will remain on probation until the beginning of their second year of training. Second year students will remain on probation until graduation.
15. While on probation, any additional incidents of absence may result in: a. termination b. the student making up each additional day of absence after their scheduled graduation date 1. Make up days must be scheduled with the clinical coordinator 2. Failure to comply will result in termination.
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Index: 15440.05 Revised:3/22/2012 Supersedes: 4/12/2010 Page 3 of 3
16. Pattern absence, i.e. every Friday, may result in disciplinary action.
17. Absence without notification for 3 days will be considered a voluntary resignation from the program.
18. Students will have 36 days per year in an Extended Illness Bank (EIB). EIB may be used as follows: a. EIB may be used starting the third day of an illness. b. EIB may be used from the first day of hospitalization or as an outpatient for a surgical procedure.
19. Any student who has one hour or more of time to make up at the end of an evaluation period (every two weeks) will have a deduction of twenty (20) points from their clinical grade for that period.
20. Any student with one hour or more of time to make up and three late days within an evaluation period (every two weeks) will have a deduction of forty (40) points.
21. Students owing clinical time may schedule make up time between 7:00-8:00 am and/or 2:00-3:30 pm Monday through Friday. Make up time must be scheduled with the clinical coordinator or an instructor.
22. Upon arrival students are to report to assigned clinical area. If the supervisor is unavailable, the student is to check with a clinical instructor for reassignment.
23. Students are not to take a breakfast break upon arrival. Breaks are at the discretion of the supervisor. See the Program Hours policy 15440.04.
24. Students will receive five (5) points of extra academic credit for perfect attendance on a monthly basis. Awarded points can be added to any score during the month in which they were awarded. This begins with Clinical Praticum 1.
25. Students clocking out early must notify a clinical instructor unless the early out has been previously scheduled.
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15440.06: Ethics
POLICY: Students must demonstrate and maintain ethical standards appropriate to the profession of radiography.
RULES: 1. Students are expected to be courteous at all times. They are to be tolerant of patients and their families, who, because of pain or anxiety may seem suspicious or rude.
2. The student is expected to keep information concerning the patient including all information regarding his or her medical condition or personal life confidential and should not divulge such information to anyone either in or out of the hospital except as needed in the professional setting.
3. Never disclose to the patient or his family the results of the radiological examination or the reason it is being done. Always refer them to their physician.
4. The student is expected to adhere to the Code of Ethics established by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists listed below:
4.1 Radiologic technologists shall conduct themselves in a manner compatible with the dignity of their profession.
4.2 Radiologic technologists shall provide services with consideration of human dignity and the uniqueness of the patient unrestricted by consideration of sex, race, creed, social or economic system personal attributes, or the nature of the health problem.
4.3 Radiologic technologists shall make every effort to protect all patients from unnecessary radiation.
4.4 Radiologic technologists shall exercise and accept responsibility for discretion and judgment in the performance of their professional services.
4.5 Radiologic technologists shall judiciously protect the patient’s right to privacy, and shall maintain all patient information in the strictest confidence.
4.6 Radiologic technologists shall apply only the methods of technology founded upon a scientific basis and not accept those methods that violate that principle.
4.7 Radiologic technologists shall not diagnose but, in recognition of their responsibility to the patient, they shall provide the physician with all the information they have relative to a radiologic diagnosis or patient
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4.8 Radiologic technologists shall be responsible for reporting unethical conduct and illegal professional activities to the appropriate authorities.
4.9 Radiologic technologists should continually strive to improve their knowledge and skills by participating in educational and professional activities and sharing the benefits of their attainments with their colleagues.
4.10 Radiologic technologists should protect the public from misinformation and misrepresentation.
5. Students are expected to abide by the Honor Code (located at the end of the student handbook)
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Index: 15440.07 Revised:6/23/2010 Supersedes: 6/3/2008 Page 1 of 1
15440.07: Sick Leave and Make-Up Time
POLICY: Sick leave will be granted to individuals who require time off for medical reasons.
RULES: 1. If a student is unable to attend he/she must contact an instructor prior to the assigned starting time on the day of absence. If the instructor has voice mail, a message is acceptable notice. Failure to call in will result in a written warning of potential dismissal.
2. A medical certificate may be requested if extended periods of absence occur.
3. Students are allowed 36 days for Extended Illness each year.
4. All time missed beyond sick leave must be made up during spring break, vacation break, fall break or holiday break. Any additional time owed will be made up at the end of the program. Time owed may not exceed (30) hours without a leave of absence.
5. Students will not be required to exceed forty (40) hours in one week to make up time.
6. Failure to report or call in for three days will result in immediate dismissal.
7. Students who accumulate more than thirty (30) hours of makeup time and have not been granted a leave of absence will be considered for dismissal.
8. Students who have a known need for absence i.e. surgery, may, with permission from the director, build up time in advance of the absence.
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Index: 15440.08 Effective: 7/10/2000 Revised: 6/22/04 Page 1 of 1
15440.08: Leave of Absence
POLICY: Students that require a need for an extended period of absence, i.e. medical emergency, may be granted a leave of absence.
RULES: 1. Any student that exceeds thirty (30) hours of make up time must apply for and receive an official leave of absence. Failure to be granted a leave of absence will result in termination of the student.
2. A request for leave of absence must be made to the program director. The following criteria will be considered in determining the legitimacy of the request.
2.1 The student has passing grades in all subjects.
2.2 The student has satisfactory performance in all areas of the program.
2.3 The student has an unavoidable emergency need for extended leave.
2.4 The student has made up other time missed at the first opportunity.
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Index: 15440.09 Effective: 8/1/85 Revised: 6/02 Page 1 of 1
15540.09: Make-Up Work
POLICY: Students that need to miss class may makeup assignments for classes missed.
RULES:
1. The student will be held responsible for instruction missed regardless of the reason for missing the class.
2. It is the student’s responsibility to seek out the instructor and obtain assignments, notes or projects related to the class missed. If, for example, a test is announced and the student does not obtain that information, the student is still required to take the exam with the rest of the class.
3. If a student is required to make up work beyond the expected graduation date and a new diploma is required because of the date change, the student is responsible for the cost of the additional diploma.
16 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures Index:15440.10 Revised:6/24/2011 Supersedes: 6/3/2009 Page 1 of 1 15440.10: Grading Policy
POLICY: A high level of academic performance is expected. Grading will be done according to an organized plan.
RULES: 1. Grades are assigned according to the following scale: 90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 69 or less = F
2. A grade point system based on the following scale: A = 4.0 B = 3.0 C = 2.0 F= 0.0
3. An automatic probation period begins if a student has an average in any course of below 2.0. If the student fails to bring his grade up to 2.0 by the end of the course probable termination will result.
4. Students may view their course grades on line at any time. A formal discussion of progress is conducted at the end of each 16 week semester. Additional discussions can be made by appointment. Individual grades are kept for two weeks following the final. Any contest of a grade must be made prior to that date.
5. Incomplete grades are not given. A passing grade is required in all courses.
6. If an exam or assignment is missed for any reason, including absence, a five point penalty will be assessed. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements to take the exam or complete the assignment. Failure to take the exam or complete the assignment within one week following the assignment due date will result in a grade of zero (0) for that exam or assignment unless prior permission has been granted or extraordinary circumstances as deemed by the instructor have occurred.
7. Clinical grades are assigned every two weeks. Failure to have all paper work in by the assignment date of the next grade results in a grade of (0). It is the student’s responsibility to make sure the paperwork is turned in on time. Failure to check to see that clinical paperwork is complete can result in termination.
8. Students failing to attend two-thirds (2/3) of classroom hours in any course may be dismissed from the program.
17 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures Index: 15440.57 Revised: 6/04/2004 Supersedes: 6/8/1999 Implemented: 2/1/1991 15440.57 Satisfactory Progress for the VA student
Policy: Minimum Academic Standards for VA students will be published.
Rules:
1. A student who is receiving VA benefits must maintain an average of 70% in each course to be considered making satisfactory progress.
2. Students who fail to maintain an average of 70% will be immediately placed on probation until the minimum average of 70% can be achieved.
3. If the student on probation fails to achieve an average of 70% at the end of 8 weeks the student will be reported to the Veterans Affairs Regional Office as making unsatisfactory progress.
4. If the student fails to achieve an average of 70% at the end of the course the student will be dismissed and reported to the Veterans Affairs Regional Office as dismissed.
I certify that the above minimum academic standards will be applied to students Receiving VA educational benefits.
______Radiography Program Director Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography 1900 Pine Abilene, TX 79601
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Index:15440.11 Revised 1/2010 Supersedes: 12/03 Page 1 of 1
15440.11: Vacation and Holiday Policy
POLICY: Students are given time off for rest and relaxation.
RULES:
1. The following policy applies to each academic year.
2. The School of Radiography will be dismissed and no classes will be held on the following holidays:
2.1 New Year’s Day
2.2 Good Friday, Friday before Easter Sunday
2.3 Memorial Day, Last Monday in May
2.4 Independence Day, July 4
2.5 Labor Day, First Monday in September
2.6 Thanksgiving
2.7 Christmas
3. No didactic classes will be held during the Abilene Independent School District Spring Break (5 days). All clinical sites will follow their local Independent School District calendar for Spring Break clinical days (see program calendar for specific dates).
4. No didactic classes will be held during the summer vacation (10 days) (see program calendar for specific dates).
5. No didactic classes will be held during the Fall Break (5 days) (see program calendar for specific dates).
6. Students with time to make up are required to be present for clinical rotations during the next break in the didactic schedule.
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Index: 15440.12 Revised:1/25/2011 Supersedes: 10/7/99 Page 1 of 1 15440.12: Pregnancy Policy
POLICY: Students who become pregnant may continue in the program without modification or interruption.
RULES:
1. Any student who becomes pregnant has the option to declare or not to declare the pregnancy. The undeclared pregnant student continues in the program with out modification as for any other student.
2. Pregnant students should visit with the Radiation Safety officer for information regarding options. If a student wants to declare the pregnancy she should notify the Radiation Safety Officer in writing. An additional personnel monitor will be provided to monitor exposure of the abdomen.
2.1 The declared pregnant student will have the option to not participate clinically in the following areas:
2.1 fluoroscopy 2.2 special procedures 2.3 surgery 2.4 portable radiography
2.2 At any time a pregnant student may withdrawn her declaration of pregnancy with a written statement to the Radiation Safety Officer.
3. Clinical and didactic time missed must be made up as for any student for any illness.
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Index: 15440.13 Revised:1/25/2011 Supersedes: 1/28/2009 Page 1 of 1
15440.13: Weather Policy
POLICY: Classes may be delayed, dismissed early or cancelled due to inclement weather.
RULES:
1. On clinical days students will follow their local Independent School District schedule regarding cancellations or late starting times.
a. Students not in attendance will be counted absent or tardy unless the local school district cancels or delays classes.
b. The local clinical instructor must notify the School of Radiography for the absence or tardy to be excused.
2. Class day instruction will follow the Abilene Independent School District schedule regarding cancellations or late starting time.
3. Because of the wide variety of driving conditions that may exist, each student should evaluate driving conditions and driving ability to determine if safe arrival at school is possible.
4. If a student is unable to attend he/she must contact an instructor prior to the assigned starting time on the day of absence. If the instructor has voice mail, a message is acceptable notice. Failure to call in will result in a written warning of potential dismissal.
5. On days when bad weather prevents normal driving speed late arrival will not result in a tardy.
6. In the event that the local school district is not in session, students should check the Yahoo group site for notice of late start or cancellation.
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Index: 15440.14 Revised: 6/22/04 Supersedes: 12/18/03 Page 1 of 1
15440.14: Student Fund-Raising Projects
POLICY: Students may conduct fund-raising projects with proper approval. The purpose of such projects must be clearly stated.
RULES:
1. All plans for fund-raising projects must be discussed with the program director who will present the plan to administration for final approval.
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15440.15: Probation/Termination
POLICY: An orderly documented procedure will be used in the event that a student must be placed on probation or terminated.
1. Students may be placed on probation for poor academic progress or as disciplinary action.
2. Academic Probation:
2.1 The minimum required grade average is 2.0 or 70%. 2.2 If a student falls below a 2.0 average in any subject he/she receives a failing notice and begins automatic academic probation. 2.3 To be removed from academic probation the student must reestablish satisfactory academic progress by raising his/her academic average to 70% or more. 2.4 Students who remain on academic probation at the end of a course will be considered for dismissal.
3. Disciplinary Probation:
3.1 A student may be placed on probation for a violation of program policies or any offense defined as a reason for termination. 3.2 A student may be placed on disciplinary probation by recommendation of the Radiology Department director or his representative. 3.3 The length of the probation period will reflect the severity of the offense.
4. Students are automatically on probation for the first three months of training.
5. Termination:
5.1 A student may be dismissed for any of the following: 5.1.1 A failing grade in any course. 5.1.2 Unsatisfactory performance in clinical assignments. 5.1.3 Undesirable conduct, i.e. insubordination, dishonesty, intoxication. 5.1.4 Conviction of a crime by a law enforcement agency. 5.1.5 Additional violation of policy while on probation.
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5.2 A student may be dismissed by recommendation of the Radiology Department Director or his representative.
5.3 If a student is an employee of any clinical site and commits an offense sufficient to warrant termination, the student may also be dismissed from the radiography program.
6. A written record of the events leading to termination will be a part of the students’ permanent record.
7. Students may appeal probation or disciplinary action through the Grievance Procedure.
8. Students who have been dismissed and wish to seek readmission must do so in the usual way for a new applicant. If admitted, advance credit may be awarded in accordance with policy 15440.23 Student Status.
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Index: 15440.16 Revised: 12/03 Supersedes:8/1/85 Page 1 of 1
15440.16: School Records
POLICY: Students are guaranteed access to and privacy of their school records. Student records will be maintained.
RULES: 1. Students are guaranteed the right to see their own school records.
2. Students are permitted to contest the accuracy of any entry in their records through the grievance procedure.
3. Students will be notified of any derogatory remark in their record and have the right to seek to have it removed through the grievance procedure.
4. If the student is still not satisfied following procedures described in 2 and 3 above, the student may add their own version of the incident to their record.
5. The program will obtain written consent of the student before it will release personally identifiable data to anyone other than:
a. Program Accreditation Agencies b. School officials within the institution c. Another school in which the student intends to enroll.
6. Records maintained indefinitely by the program in the student's file include:
a. Academic transcript b. Class Grades c. Application d. Payment e. Attendance f. Veteran Administration Notice of Student Status g. Clinical competency h. Progress Notes
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15440.17: Graduation Requirements
POLICY: All students must meet minimum requirements prior to graduation.
RULES:
1. School account paid in full.
2. Satisfactory completion of all courses with a passing grade.
3. All required make up time must be completed.
4. Demonstration of terminal competencies to include:
4.1 Use oral and written medical communication. 4.2 Demonstrate knowledge of human structure, function and pathology. 4.3 Anticipate and provide basic patient care and comfort. 4.4 Apply principles of body mechanics. 4.5 Perform basic mathematical functions. 4.6 Operate radiographic imaging equipment and accessory devices. 4.7 Position the patient and imaging system to perform radiographic examination and procedures. 4.8 Modify standard procedures to accommodate for patient condition and other variables. 4.9 Process radiographs. 4.10 Determine exposure factors to obtain diagnostic quality radiographs. 4.11 Adapt exposure factors for various patient conditions, equipment, accessories and contrast media to maintain appropriate radiographic quality. 4.12 Practice radiation protection for the patient, self and others. 4.13 Recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate first aid and basic life-support procedures. 4.14 Evaluate radiographic images for appropriate positioning and image quality. 4.15 Evaluate the performance of radiographic systems, know the safe limits of equipment operation, and report malfunctions to the proper authority. 4.16 Demonstrate knowledge and skills relating to quality assurance. 4.17 Exercise independent judgment and discretion in the technical performance of medical imaging procedures.
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5. Requirements of radiographic review course must be met prior to graduation.
6. Clinical terminal competency requires demonstration of a minimum of two (2) procedures from each of the following categories at a proficiency level of 70%.
6.1 Specific exams are selected at random.
6.2 Failure to pass any procedure requires the student to complete remedial instruction at a level of 80% or greater. Following the instruction the student will be retested for competency.
6.3 Categories of competency include the following: Upper Extremity Bony Thorax Shoulder Girdle Contrast Studies Lower Extremity Surgery Pelvis and Hip Vertebral Column Skull
7. Terminal competency testing will begin three (3) months prior to graduation.
8. Any student not completing the graduation requirements at the expected time of graduation must re-enroll at the current tuition rate. After one year has passed the student will be required to make application to the program as for any new applicant with advanced standing.
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Index:15440.18 Revised: 5/21/2009 Supersedes: 6/02 Page 1 of 1
15440.18: Student Health
POLICY: Students shall be informed of and have access to the usual student health services of Hendrick Medical Center.
RULES: 1. Students must bring documentation of a current “two step” TB test to the drug screening or begin the two step TB test process at Hendrick Medical Center the same day as the drug screening. A “two step” TB test consists of documentation of 2 TB tests done one year apart or documentation of 2 TB tests done two weeks apart. Each TB test consists of an injection followed by a reading 2 days later. A second test will be given the following year.
2. Students are responsible for securing their own physician or dentist when in need of health care.
3. Appointments with physicians should not be made during class or clinical time except in emergencies.
4. It is not ethical for students to discuss their personal medical problems with physicians while in their assigned areas.
5. In case of injury or other disabling conditions, a doctor’s permit may be required to continue in school.
6. In emergency situations or if the personal physician is not available, the student should report to the Trauma Center or Emergency room at their own expense.
7. Students who require hospitalization at Hendrick Medical Center will be charged regular rate, less the regular employee discount if applicable.
8. Neither the school nor Hendrick Medical Center provides health insurance for students.
9. Students are responsible for the cost of their own medical care including injuries received during clinical.
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Index: 15440.19 Revised: 1/25/2011 Effective: 07/10/2000 Page 1 of 1
15440.19: Infection control
POLICY: Radiography students will abide by the Infection Control policies of Hendrick Medical Center or their assigned clinical facility and those specific to Radiology in the same manner as for employees.
RULES: 1. Policies for Infection Control issues listed below may be found in the Hendrick Medical Center Infection Control Plan. 1.10 Guidelines for Isolation 2.10 Exposure Control – Blood borne Pathogen and Tuberculosis Plan 2.23 Use of High Efficiency Particulate Respirators 2.30 Tuberculosis Screening and Prevention 3.30 Exposure to Communicable Diseases 3.40 Employees Performing Invasive Procedures 4.10 Hand washing 4.12 Wearing of Gloves by Employees 4.40 Sharps and Syringe Disposal
2. Policies for Infection Control issues listed below that are specific to the Radiology Department may be found in the Radiology Department Policy and Procedure Manual under the 7025 section.
10.03 Isolation Guidelines for handling all patients to minimize the possible transmission of Infection 10.04 Infection Control and Intravenous Injection 10.05 Infection Control and Barium Enemas 10.06 Infection Control: Cleaning of Portable X-ray Equipment 10.07 Infection Control: Cleaning and Transfer of Contaminated Equipment 10.08 Special Cleaning of Radiographic and Exam Rooms 10.09 Infection Control and Storage of Supplies
Copies of this policy are located in the medical center infection control plan and reviewed with each student as part of the course "Introduction to Radiography".
3. Outreach students should review policies and procedures for their assigned clinical facility with the on-site Clinical Instructor.
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15440.20: Students Lockers
POLICY: Hendrick Medical Center provides a personal locker for each student.
RULES: 1. Locker assignment will be made by the appropriate administrative official.
2. Neither the school nor the Medical Center will be responsible for items placed in lockers and neither will be responsible for loss or theft of such items under any circumstances.
3. The medical center will not provide locks for student use. Each user must provide his/her own lock and be totally responsible for the security of items placed in the lockers.
4. Bolt cutter will be provided for emergency retrieval of secured items in case of lost or forgotten keys.
5. No food is allowed in locker, except for lunches to be eaten that day.
6. Students should report promptly any losses, unauthorized use, or unusual circumstances concerning the lockers.
7. The medical center urges the use of lockers. Storage of books and supplies in other areas should be avoided.
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Index: 15440.21 Revised 5/12/03 Supersedes: 6/02 Page 1 OF 2
15440.21: Grievance Procedure
POLICY: Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography has establish a grievance procedure to insure students receive fair and equitable treatment and assures timely and appropriate resolution of complaints and other allegations relating to non-compliance with JRCERT STANDARDS.
PROCEDURE: On occasion, a student may have questions or problems that could be considered a grievance. Normally, these concerns will be dealt with and resolved on a daily basis by the student and the instructor. In the event a student cannot resolve the problem or concern, the following grievance procedure will be initiated:
Step 1: Immediate Supervisor
Every reasonable effort should be made to resolve any question, problem or misunderstanding that arises by the immediate supervisor and the student. This discussion should take place at the time of occurrence.
Step 2: Program Director
If a student’s grievance is not resolved during Step 1, the student should take the problem to the program director within two working days. It will be the responsibility of the program director to review the matter and render a fair and equitable decision within two working days from the time the concern was presented to the director. If the director is the person involved, omit Step 2 and go to Step 3.
Step 3: Radiography School Grievance Committee
If the concern is not resolved during Step 2, the program director will make an appointment for the student and will provide written information to the committee regarding the grievance within two working days. After reviewing the matter with the student, the committee will render a written decision within two days of the interview. The committee consists of the Department Director of Radiology and the program Medical Director.
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Step 4: Vice President
Should the student feel the concern has not been satisfactorily resolved, the committee will make an appointment for the student and will provide written information to the appropriate Vice President regarding the grievance within two working days, The Vice President will investigate all facts and within two working days, render a decision in writing.
Step 5: President
Should the student determine the concern has still not been satisfactorily resolved, an appointment for the student will be made with the President regarding the grievance within two working days. After reviewing the facts, the President will render a decision within two working days. This decision will be final and binding on all concerned.
Resolution of JRCERT allegations of non-compliance For those issues concerning non-compliance with JRCERT STANDARDS a written response to JRCERT will be provided within thirty (30) working days following receipt of findings as per JRCERT procedures 80.001E.
If investigation reveals the program is not in substantial compliance with the STANDARDS the program will submit a report and documentation within thirty (30) working days following notification demonstrating that the allegations have been corrected.
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15440.22: Student Employment Status
POLICY: The School of Radiography is totally separate from any employment of the student.
RULES:
1. Students seeking employment may do so on their own the same way anyone else would when applying for a similar position.
2. Students are not permitted to count work hours as school hours or to simultaneously complete work hours and school clinical hours. School policies apply to students, employee policies apply to employees. Student performance applies to students, job performance applies to employees.
33 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures Index: 15440.23 Revised:1/25/2011 Supersedes: 5/12/03 Page 1 of 1 15440.23: Student Status
POLICY: Full - time, part - time, transfer and advanced placement students shall be defined by institutional policy.
1.0 Full - time students complete 30 hours per week.
2.0 The program does not enroll part - time students.
3.0 Transfer and advanced placement students must meet current admission requirements.
3.1 Before an applicant requesting advance standing or transfer can be considered there must be an opening in the class for which the applicant is applying.
3.2 An applicant requesting advanced standing or transfer must complete an application and be interviewed by the Program Director.
3.3 The applicant requesting advanced standing must submit proof of academic and clinical achievement.
3.3.1 Academic credit will be granted for a score of seventy (70) percent or more on the final exam for the course being challenged or academic credit may be transferable from another institution providing that documentation supports an equal or greater amount of instruction in all content areas.
3.3.2 Each academic course offered by the program must be taken, successfully challenged, or transferred, in the manner described above.
3.3.3 At least fifteen hundred (1500) hours of clinical training are required and may be accepted from another facility upon documentation from appropriate program officials.
3.3.4 Clinical competency must be demonstrated by completion of competency evaluations on a selection of required procedures.
3.3.5 Didactic competency must be demonstrated by passing the Radiographic Seminar course with a score of 70% or above.
3.3.6 The fee for advanced placement will be prorated at the current rate for the required period of enrollment.
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15440.24 Effective: 07/10/2000 Revised: 3/14/08 Supersedes: 6/25/04 Page 1 of 1 15440.24: Student Awards
POLICY: Student awards will be given as availability permits.
RULES:
1. All students from both the HMC campus and the Outreach programs with the same convening date will be considered to be one class for the purposes of Student Awards.
2. The availability, amount, and requirements, of awards are subject to change at any time prior to its presentation.
3. Radiology Associates provides a $250 cash award for the student with the highest GPA at the end of the first year.
4. Radiology Associates (Academic Achievement Award) provides a $500.00 cash award for the Valedictorian of the graduating class.
5. Big Country Medical Imaging provides a $100.00 cash award for the Salutatorian of the graduating class.
6. Dependability Award certificates are given to each graduating student that completes the entire two year program without having to make up time and with a minimal number (14 or fewer) of combined tardies and absences.
7. Richard Shelburn provides the award for the graduate that has obtained the highest clinical performance score.
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15440.25: Internet Use
POLICY: Students will have access to the Internet for hospital and educational purposes only.
RULES:
1. Computers are available for hospital and educational purposes in the Sellers Library and in the School of Radiography computer lab.
2. Internet use on all of the medical center computers is monitored by the Information Systems Department.
3. Unauthorized use of any medical center computer for recreation or entertainment is inappropriate and is cause for suspension or dismissal.
4. Students are required to have an email account and to be part of our yahoo group.
5. Students are required to log onto the site at least once a week for updates and school information.
a. Students receiving emails from the staff requesting a response or action must respond to the email within seven days.
b. $1.00 per occurrence will be added to the student’s account if the staff has to mail updates or school information as a result of the student’s failure to respond to an email
c. Students will be notified in the letter that the additional cost has been charged to their account.
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ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY INDEX: 8370-31 Radiography School Policy Index: 15400.26
15400.26: Drug Free Workplace
POLICY STATEMENT: Hendrick Medical Center and Affiliates ("Hendrick") will strive to maintain a drug free workplace and student population, consistent with our efforts to provide a healthful, safe, and secure environment.
Definitions: 1. An illegal drug is defined, for the purposes of this policy, as: a. any drug which is not legally obtainable b. any drug which is legally obtainable but has not been legally obtained c. prescribed drugs, not legally obtained or prescribed drugs legally obtained but not being used as prescribed d. any substance which a person offers to another as an illegal drug e. possession of an glue or aerosol paint with the intent to inhale, ingest, apply or use in a manner contrary to directions for use, cautions, or warnings, appearing on a label of a container of the glue or paint.
2. A legal drug is defined, for the purposes of this policy, as prescribed drugs and over-the-counter drugs which have been legally obtained and are being used for the purpose for which they were prescribed and manufactured.
3. For purposes of this policy, terms are defined as found in the Texas Health and Safety Code.
RULES: 1. Any students in violation of this policy will be subject to drug and alcohol testing as defined in administrative policy #8370-46 or school policy #15440.27, "Drug and Alcohol Testing - Reasonable Suspicion". 2. Any use of a drug and/or alcohol, whether controlled, prescribed, legal or illegal, which impairs an individual's ability to perform clinical functions in a safe and productive manner, as determined by Hendrick, is prohibited. 3. The unlawful manufacture, offer to sell, sale, distribution, dispensing, diversion, delivery, purchase, possession or elicit use of any illegal drug while on company business, company premises or property, or while on duty, is prohibited. 4. No student will bring an illegal drug, or inhalant paraphernalia onto company premises, property, or into company vehicles. Illegal drug and inhalant paraphernalia include, but is not limited to, pipes, bongs, rolling papers, syringes, and other items used for the ingestion, inhalation, injection, absorption or consumption of illegal drugs.
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SUBJECT: Drug Free Workplace (cont.)
5. No prescription drug shall be brought upon company premises or property for any person other than the person for whom the drug has been prescribed by a licensed medical practitioner, and shall be used only by the person for whom the drug is prescribed in the manner, combination and quantity prescribed. The use, possession, sale, offer to sell, transfer, or purchase of legal drugs, except under the conditions specifically permitted herein, is prohibited.
6. If the instructions for the prescription drug or other drug being used by the student indicates it may affect his/her ability to perform his/her clinical, the student has an obligation to report the use of the drug or medication to the program director for a determination of the ability of the student to work while taking a legal drug. If Hendrick determines, after consulting with physicians, the student does not pose a threat to his or her own safety or the safety of others, and the student's clinical performance is not affected by the legal drug, they may continue to work. Otherwise, the student may be required to take a leave of absence or comply with other appropriate action as determined by Hendrick.
7. Random drug testing will be conducted on students in specific positions, as required by state or federal law, or employer/student agreement.
8. Solicitation of licensed medical practitioners or their staff, for the purposes of obtaining prescription drugs, drug samples, expired or excess drugs is prohibited.
9. The use of alcoholic beverages while on duty, on company property or premises, is prohibited. No alcoholic beverages may be brought onto company premises or property.
10. Any arrest, indictment, conviction or plea of no contest for a drug related offense, including driving while intoxicated (DWI) must be reported within five days to the Human Resources department.
11. Participation in a substance abuse rehabilitation program does not relieve a student from complying with Hendrick policies and fulfilling clinical requirements during or after receiving treatment. Participation in a substance abuse rehabilitation program or counseling will not prevent Hendrick from taking disciplinary action against any student for performance problems that occur before or after the student seeks treatment or counseling.
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ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY INDEX: 8370-46 Radiography School Policy Index: 15440.27
15440.27: Drug and Alcohol Testing - Reasonable Suspicion
POLICY STATEMENT: Hendrick Medical Center and Affiliates ("Hendrick") reserves the right to test all students for the presence of drugs or alcohol, upon reasonable suspicion.
RULES: 1. Hendrick may require a student who is on duty or otherwise representing Hendrick to undergo testing for the presence of drugs or alcohol, under the following circumstances:
a. When a supervisor has a reasonable basis to believe a student is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
b. When a student has violated administrative policy #6010-10 or radiography school policy #15440.28 - Illegal Drugs and Intoxicants, or administrative policy #8370-31 or radiography school policy #15440.26 - Drug Free Workplace.
c. When a student has been involved in a work related accident in which the student's actions or failure to act may have contributed to the accident. A sample for testing must be provided immediately following the accident. Circumstances warranting testing includes, but are not limited to:
1) an accident which is an "at fault" motor vehicle accident 2) safety procedures were not followed thus resulting in an injury 3) an injury occurred during the inappropriate or unsafe operation of equipment
d. When a student performs an unsafe act or violates a safety policy that resulted in or could have resulted in significant harm to the student or to another person; or,
e. When a student has patterns of discrepancies in any medication or narcotic administration reports or failure to comply with Controlled Substance Wastage policy (Nursing 5.0121) or the Controlled Substances policy (Pharmacy 1086).
2. The student will be placed on Leave of Absence, pending results of the investigation.
3. All testing will be done by a National Institute for Drug Abuse approved independent laboratory.
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SUBJECT: Drug and Alcohol Testing - Reasonable Suspicion (cont.)
4. When testing is required, it will consist of two screening tests. The screening tests will be performed to detect the presence of drugs and/or alcohol.
5. If the initial screening tests are negative, the test results will be recorded and reported as a negative.
6. If the initial screening tests are positive, the same sample, as applicable, will be subject to a confirmatory test.
a. If the confirmatory tests are negative, the test results will be recorded and reported as a negative.
b. If the confirmatory tests are positive, the test results will be referred to a Medical Review Officer. A Medical Review Officer is defined as a medical doctor, licensed in the State of Texas, who provides review services for Hendrick.
7. If the Medical Review Officer determines the positive test results are due to the use of an illegal drug as defined by Administrative Policy #8370-31, Drug Free Workplace, the student will be terminated immediately. If the findings determine the positive test results are due to inappropriate use of a legal drug, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken which may result in termination.
8. After signing an authorization for release of health information, Hendrick will attempt to notify the student of the results as soon as reasonably possible, not to exceed three (3) days of receipt of final results. Students will receive written test results.
9. Hendrick may require a student having a positive drug test to participate in a substance abuse rehabilitation program in order to maintain enrollment.
10. If a student refuses to submit to testing upon reasonable suspicion, the student will be suspended and subject to appropriate disciplinary action upon investigation of the situation, which may result in termination.
11. To whatever extent is appropriate for the circumstances, Hendrick will protect the privacy of the student.
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ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY INDEX: 6010-10 Radiography School Policy Index: 15400. 28
15400.28: Illegal Drugs and Intoxicants
POLICY STATEMENT: Hendrick Medical Center and affiliates (hereinafter referred to as "Hendrick") will not allow any person to use or have in their possession, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia or non-prescribed intoxicants on Hendrick property.
RULES: 1. Any student in violation of this policy will be subject to drug and alcohol testing as defined in administrative policy #8370-46, or radiography school policy #15400.27 "Drug and Alcohol Testing – Reasonable Suspicion".
2. Persons in possession of non-prescribed intoxicants will be asked to leave the premises. Failure to do so will result in a criminal trespass and law enforcement may be called by Security as necessary.
3. Searches of persons or personal property for illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia or non- prescribed intoxicants will be conducted only with the consent of the person(s) involved or by law enforcement as appropriate.
4. Lockers and work areas may be administratively searched by Security without the student's consent. (see Student Handbook, pp.12, Cooperation)
5. Documentation of confiscated items will be completed by security on an offense report and all contraband secured until turned over to the Abilene Police Department for evidence or destruction.
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ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY:INDEX: 8370-36 Radiography School Policy : Index: 15440.29 Revised 1/25/2011
15440.29: Workplace Harassment
POLICY STATEMENT: Hendrick Medical Center and affiliates (Hendrick) provides a work environment that is free from unlawful harassment based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law. Harassment of or by employees, patients, medical staff, volunteers, visitors, students, or others will not be tolerated.
1. Sexual harassment: Sexual harassment is a form of prohibited conduct. Sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to, offensive comments, jokes, innuendoes, and other sexually oriented statements; unwelcome sexual advances; sexually suggestive items, including pictures, print or electronic materials; and other verbal and physical conduct directed at a person's sex or gender, where:
a. submission to or rejection of the conduct is used, or is threatened to be used, as a condition of employment or as the basis for employment decisions: or
b. the conduct unreasonably interferes with an individual's job performance, or creates a work environment that is intimidating, hostile, or offensive.
2. Other forms of harassment: Harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by law is also prohibited conduct. These forms of harassment include, but are not limited to, offensive comments, jokes and innuendoes; discriminatory intimidation or ridicule involving statements, pictures, print or electronic materials; and other verbal and physical conduct directed at a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability or other protected status, where:
a. submission to or rejection of the conduct is used, or is threatened to be used, as a condition of employment or as the basis for employment decisions; or
b. the conduct unreasonably interferes with an individual's job performance, or creates a work environment that is intimidating, hostile, or offensive.
3. Workplace Bullying: Hendrick recognizes that workplace bullying is harmful to moral and productivity. Employees are encouraged to report abusive, threatening, humiliating or intimidating behavior even if it does not constitute unlawful harassment. Such reports will be investigated in accordance with this policy.
4. Reporting requirement: Hendrick relies on its employees and students to create and maintain a workplace free of unlawful harassment. Any one who experiences or witnesses any harassment must promptly report the incident to one of the following: a
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supervisor, Department Director, the Manager of Human Resources, or the Vice President of Human Resources. The report will be investigated promptly, and will be kept as confidential as possible. Students will not be penalized in any way for reporting a harassment problem. If possible, the report should include:
a. the date and time of the incident; b. the name of the alleged harasser; c. the name of the subject of the harassment; d. a factual, objective description of the incident; and e. the names of other individuals who may have witnessed the incident;
5. Investigation:
a. Management responsibility: Any supervisor or Department Director who receives a report of harassment shall notify the Manager or Vice President of Human Resources as soon as possible. Upon receiving a report of harassment, the Manager or Vice President of Human Resources, or designee, will promptly investigate the allegations. The President will be notified of all investigations.
b. Student/witness responsibility: Persons who are interviewed during a harassment investigation are expected to provide accurate and complete information. This information will be kept confidential to the extent possible. Anyone who intentionally provides false information during a harassment investigation will be subject to disciplinary action.
6. Remedial action: Based on the results of the investigation, Hendrick will take prompt and appropriate remedial action.
a. Students: All decisions regarding student discipline under this policy will be made by the Vice President of Human Resources, with the consultation of the appropriate manager and the approval of the President. Disciplinary action or termination under this policy may be reviewed in accordance with Fair Treatment Policy 8370-42.
b. Medical staff: All decisions regarding discipline of the medical staff under this policy shall be made by the President and the Chief of the Medical Staff, in accordance with the Medical Staff Bylaws.
7. Retaliation prohibited: Hendrick prohibits any form of retaliation against any student for making a report or participating in an investigation under this policy. Any student who experiences or witnesses retaliation shall promptly report the incident as described in paragraph 3 above. Hendrick will take appropriate disciplinary action against anyone participating in such retaliation.
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15440.30 Radiation Protection Protocol
Policy: The radiography program shall maintain and monitor student radiation exposure data. The program will have a protocol for incidents in which dose limits are exceeded.
Rules: Radiation monitoring protocol
1. Basic radiation safety instructions are reviewed with students as part of the introduction course the first day of training and are included in the student handbook.
2. Detailed information on radiation safety is part of the Radiation Biology and Protection course.
3. All students are issued an OSL radiation monitor that is to be worn at all times while in the clinical area but never worn while a patient in a radiologic procedure.
4. OSL Badges are monitored on a bimonthly basis. The frequency of monitoring may be changed on a temporary basis for emergency monitoring purposes.
5. Students who have occasion to wear lead aprons must wear their OSL badge on their collar outside of the lead apron. Personnel must insure that the badge is completely outside the apron.
6. OLS badges should never be tampered with, used by anyone other than the one intended, or otherwise misused. Any abuse to the OSL badge will be reported to the Radiation Safety Officer.
7. Any overexposure, damage, or loss, of an OSL badge must be reported to the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO).
8. When not in the clinical area OSL badges should be kept in a location were they can not be tampered with, preferably the student locker.
9. Students are to bring their OSL badge and name badge to class on class days.
10. The RSO will review the report and document this inspection with initials and the date.
11. Unusually high readings (above 200millirem) will be investigated by the RSO to determine the cause and to prevent a recurrence.
a. In most cases, OSL badge readings will never approach the regulatory limits. If an individual’s bimonthly reading is twice that of the next highest reading in that
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section, the reading will bear extra scrutiny for the next two months. If the trend continues the individual and the supervisor will be interviewed by the RSO to determine the cause of the readings. Corrections will be made if deemed appropriate. Documentation will be maintained.
b. If an individuals cumulative OSL badge reading exceeds 500 millirems after 6 months, the individual and the section supervisor will be interviewed by the RSO to determine the cause and proper methods to prevent an annual overexposure. If, after the eighth month of readings, the situation has not corrected, the next badge will be sent in for an emergency reading. If needed, succeeding badges will also be sent in for emergency readings. If at any point an overexposure appears to be imminent the individual will be reassigned to other duties which will involve minimal exposure. The individual will be carefully counseled to avoid any radiation exposure. Documentation will be maintained.
12. Annual hard copies of the OSL badge report will be sent to the student.
45 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures Index: 15440.31 Effective: 3/22/2008 Revised New Page 1 of 1 15440.31: Suggestion Extra Credit
POLICY: Students may obtain extra academic credit for making suggestions related to program improvement.
RULES: 1. Students post suggestions on the group site using “suggestion” in the subject line.
2. If only one suggestion is made for the month the student receives five (5) points of extra credit.
3. If more than one student posts a suggestion for the month a poll will be used to select one suggestion from all suggestions posted for the month.
4. Awarded points can be added to any score during the month in which they were awarded.
5. Posted suggestions are placed in the suggestion box spread sheet and tracked for points awarded and action taken.
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15440.32: Use of Cellular Phones and Electronic Communication Devices (ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY INDEX: 8370-54)
POLICY STATEMENT: Hendrick Medical Center and affiliates ("Hendrick") maintain electronic communication systems utilized in the ordinary course of business.
RULES: 1. Hendrick provides a variety of electronic communication devices, services, and systems including, but not limited to, voice mail, e-mail, facsimiles, beepers, cell phones, Palm Pilots, 800-numbers, long distance telephone, computer applications and Internet access, to assist in the conduct of business within Hendrick. Personal Electronic devices include items such as cell phones, beepers, pagers, MP3 players, iPods, walkmans, personal gaming devices, cameras, etc; and are not approved for business.
2. Electronic communication devices, services, and systems which are Hendrick property and all communication composed, sent, received or otherwise shared utilizing these devices or services, are and remain the property of Hendrick. They are not the private property of any employee or student. Electronic communication becomes the property of Hendrick Medical Center when it enters the domain of Hendrick and/or Hendrick-owned devices, services or systems.
3. The use of electronic communication devices, services and systems are intended for the conduct of Hendrick business, as delineated by job description. Students may not use personal cellular phones or other electronic devices while in clinical. Hospital-approved cellular phones should be used for hospital business- related activities only. It is recommended that cellular phones and beepers be kept on “vibrate” mode while in the hospital.
4. Students who bring personal cellular phones or other electronic devices to clinical or class will be required to turn the device off or keep it in “vibrate” mode. Additionally, the device should be stored in a locker, desk, purse, break room, private office or location where the device is not visible. Students are permitted to use a personal cellular phone, pager, or beeper during meal periods or during personal 15 minute breaks. Students are also permitted to use a lap top computer during class to take notes and reference class related materials. Class related materials do not include un-related email and internet surfing. Use of personal cellular phones within the hospital is restricted to break rooms and private offices. Students on duty should not talk or text on personal cellular phones in patient care areas, classrooms, elevators, corridors, restricted areas, or in the presence of patients/visitors.
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Index: 15440.32 Effective: 10/27/2009 Revised New Page 2 of 3
SUBJECT: Use of Cellular Phones and Electronic Devices (cont.)
5. Users of both personal and Hendrick approved cellular phones, cameras or other image recording devices should always maintain patient privacy and HIPAA compliance. Using a personal camera phone for the purpose of photographing any work-related information, including patients or patient information, as well as photographing to obtain information for the purpose of malice is prohibited. Students are prohibited from taking pictures with any device unless outlined in their job duties and appropriate authorization has been acquired.
6. No electronic communication device or services may be used to solicit for commercial ventures, religious or political causes, outside organizations or other non-job related solicitations.
7. No electronic communication device or service may be used to create, receive, send, disseminate, post, distribute, or otherwise share any offensive or disruptive messages.
8. No electronic communication device or service shall be used to send (upload), receive (download), disseminate, post, distribute, or otherwise share copyrighted materials, trade secrets, proprietary financial information or similar materials without the authorization of the President or designee.
9. No electronic communication device or service shall be used to send (upload), receive (download), disseminate, post, distribute, or otherwise share confidential patient information, except as necessary for Hendrick to: (i) facilitate treatment for the patient; (ii) facilitate reimbursement for the provision of healthcare provided to the patient; or (iii) carry out its healthcare operations. Any protected health information (PHI) sent outside of Hendrick by e-mail or any other electronic means must be encrypted with at least 128 bit encryption to prevent unauthorized access.
10. Hendrick reserves the right to review, audit, access and disclose any communication created, received, sent, disseminated, posted, distributed, or otherwise shared via an electronic communication device or service for any purpose. The contents of communication properly obtained for legitimate business purposes may be disclosed within Hendrick without the permission of the student.
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Index: 15440.32 Effective: 10/27/2009 Revised New Page 3 of 3
SUBJECT: Use of Cellular Phones and Electronic Devices (cont.)
11. Notwithstanding Hendrick's right to retrieve and read/listen to any electronic communication messages, such messages should be treated as confidential by other students and accessed only by the intended recipient. Students are not authorized to retrieve, read, or listen to any communications that are not sent to them unless authorized to do so by the sender or recipient. Any exception to this policy must receive prior approval by the President or designee.
12. Hendrick students shall regard any electronic I.D. or password as an electronic signature. Unauthorized use or sharing of I.D.'s or passwords is considered falsification of documentation and is grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
13. Any student who discovers a violation of this policy shall notify their supervisor or Human Resources.
49 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures Index: 15440.33 Effective: 10/27/2009 Revised: 1/25/2011 Page 1 of 2 15440.33: Clinical Assignments
POLICY: Students will demonstrate competency and proficiency in the performance of radiographic procedures.
RULES: 1. Students must demonstrate mastery of the theory and practice of essential clinical skills, under simulated conditions, to one of the program instructors prior to assuming actual clinical responsibilities.
2. Students must have adequate and proper supervision during clinical assignments.
2.1. Students must have direct supervision when performing a procedure until completion of the required number of proficiency examinations has been documented.
a. Direct supervision - a tech must be in the room during the procedure.
2.2 Students may perform a procedure with indirect supervision after completing the required number of proficiency examinations.
a. Indirect supervision - a tech may be outside the room but must be in an adjacent location during the procedure. The technologist must be immediately available and can not be with another patient.
2.3 All repeat radiographic examinations must be performed under direct supervision.
2.4 When performing a portable exam, students must always have a technologist on the floor with them regardless of their level of competency/proficiency
3. Regardless of a student’s level of proficiency, a licensed technologist must:
3.1. Check the physician’s orders
3.2. Check the patient’s condition in relation to the student’s knowledge
3.3. Check the images before transmission to the PACs system
3.4. Sign or counter sign the patient’s chart prior to dismissing the patient
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4. Students will not assume patient care responsibilities in lieu of regular employees, however, students will demonstrate their proficiency in carrying out appropriate assignments.
5. Students will not be allowed to exceed 40 educational hours per week.
6. Exam theft is prohibited. Students may request to perform a needed exam outside their assigned area but can only do so with the permission of the student assigned to that area and both supervising technologists. The student assigned to that area is under no obligation to yield an exam to another student.
51 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures INDEX: 7025.01.04 APPROVED: 6/06/1990 REVISED: 12/28/2006 REVIEWED: 6/2010 SUBJECT: Dress Code
POLICY STATEMENT: The Department of Radiology strives to present a positive professional image of staff members to patients and coworkers by maintaining high standards of personal appearance and grooming.
RULES: 1. Employees working in direct patient care (i.e., technologist, transport aide, etc.) May wear standard uniforms, either dress type or pants. Street clothes may be worn with short (3/4) length lab coats, or approved scrubs may be worn in the department. No denim jeans or denim pants will be allowed. Hair should be kept in such a manner as to prevent interference with duties, long hair must be pulled back away from face when performing radiographic exams. Nails should be kept short and no acrylic nails are allowed. Male technologists may wear neatly trimmed beards or mustaches and neckties are preferred with street clothes.
2. Other support personnel in the department may wear street clothes or approved uniforms. Clerical staff may wear "Capri" length pants (two to three inches below the knee) during the time period that administration is allowed to dress casual. No denim jeans or denim pants will be allowed. You may not wear shirts that show your abdomen.
3. Name identification tags and radiation monitoring badge must be worn while on duty. Radiation badge should be left in the department at the end of your shift. Name badge must be worn on the upper two-thirds of your body.
4. School pins, ARRT, and ASRT pins and patches are acceptable adornment. Perfume and after shave lotion should not be worn by employees in direct patient care, as it is often offensive to ill patients.
5. Persons who are inappropriately or unprofessionally dressed, including clothes that are too short or too tight will be sent home to change or will change into scrubs. The management staff of the department will determine the appropriateness of employees’ attire daily.
6. Shoes must be kept clean and neat. No open toed shoes.
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Number Course Name Lecture Lab Clinical Semester Instructor Hours Hours Hours Instructor
Principles of Radiographic R. Bower 1213 48 3 Imaging I Introduction to Radiography and R. Bower 1309 48 3 Patient Care 2011 L. Jobe L. Jobe 1166 Clinical Practicum 1 6* 132 1 M. Breed D. Wood Principles of Radiographic R. Bower 2305 48 3 Imaging 2 L. Jobe 1311 Basic Radiographic Procedures * 48 3
L. Jobe 1366 Clinical Practicum 2 13* 352 3 M. Breed D. Wood R. Bower 2309 Imaging Equipment 48 3
Intermediate Radiographic L. Jobe 2301 48 3 Procedures * L. Jobe 1367 Clinical Practicum 3 16* 352 3 M. Breed D. Wood 2313 Radiation Biology 48 3 R. Bower Advanced Radiographic L. Jobe 2331 48 3 Procedures L. Jobe 2266 Clinical Practicum 4 352 3 M. Breed D. Wood 2217 Radiographic Pathology 48 3 R. Bower 2335 Radiographic Seminar 48 3 R. Bower L. Jobe 2367 Clinical Practicum 5 352 3 M. Breed D. Wood Totals 448 35* 1540 43
* For the purpose of totaling hours, Lab Hours are included with Clinical Hours, i.e. the 132 hours for Practicum 1 includes 6 lab hours.
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Description of Courses (Didactic, Lab)
RADR 1309 Introduction to Radiography and Patient Care
Course Description: An overview of the historical development of radiography, basic radiation protection, an introduction to medical terminology, ethical and legal issues for health care professionals, and an orientation to the program and to the health care system. Patient assessment, infection control procedures, emergency and safety procedures, communication and patient interaction skills, and basic pharmacology are also included.
Learning Outcomes: Define basic medical terms and ethical and legal standards; demonstrate basic radiographic protection and general safety in patient care practices; demonstrate proper assessment of patient condition; identify emergency situations; and identify pharmaceuticals and their applications.
RADR 1213 Principles of Radiographic Imaging
Course Description: Radiographic image quality and the effects of exposure variables.
Learning Outcomes: Apply the basic principles of radiographic image acquisition to image quality; and analyze the effects of exposure variables upon image quality.
RDAR 1166 – Clinical Practicum 1
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training.
Learning Outcomes: Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
RADR 1311 Basic Radiographic Procedures
Course Description: An introduction to radiographic positioning terminology, the proper manipulation of equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of basic anatomy. This course provides classroom and laboratory instruction in radiographic positioning of the chest, abdomen, upper limb, humerus, shoulder, lower limb, femur, and pelvic girdle.
Learning Outcomes: Define radiographic positioning terms; manipulate equipment; perform basic level procedures in positioning; align anatomical structures and equipment; and evaluate images.
RADR 2305 Principles of Radiographic Imaging 2
Course Description: Radiographic imaging technique formulation. The course includes equipment quality control, image quality assurance, and the synthesis of all variables in image production.
Learning Outcomes: Analyze image quality; utilize procedures for minimizing patient exposure; explain quality control procedures to optimize equipment performance; adapt technical variables to changing conditions; and describe the concepts and theories of digital imaging.
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RADR 1366 Clinical Practicum 2
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training.
Learning Outcomes: Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
RADR 2301 Intermediate Procedures
Course Description: A continuation of the study of the proper manipulation of radiographic equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy. This course provides classroom and laboratory instruction in radiographic positioning of the spine, bony thorax, skull facial bones, paranasal sinuses, biliary tract, upper and lower gastrointestinal system. The course includes detailed information on various positions, positioning nomenclature, technical considerations, review of anatomy and image receptor evaluation of each area of interest.
Learning Outcomes: Manipulate equipment; perform intermediate level procedures in positioning; align anatomical structures and equipment; and evaluate images.
RADR 2309 Radiographic Imaging Equipment
Course Description: Equipment and physics of x-ray production. The course includes basic x-ray circuits and examines the relationship of conventional and digital equipment components to the imaging process.
Learning Outcomes: Compare and contrast conventional and digital equipment; explain the physics of x-ray production; describe basic x-ray circuits; and relate conventional and digital equipment components to the imaging process
RADR 1367 Clinical Practicum 3
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training.
Learning Outcomes: Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
55 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures RADR 2331 Advanced Procedures
Course Description: A continuation of the study of the proper manipulation of radiographic equipment, positioning and alignment of the anatomical structure and equipment, and evaluation of images for proper demonstration of anatomy and related pathology. This course is to provide classroom instruction in Mammography/Bone Densitometry, Trauma, Mobile, and Surgical Radiography, Pediatric Radiography, Angiography and Interventional Procedures, Computed Tomography, Additional Diagnostic Procedures, and Additional Diagnostic and Therapeutic Modalities
Learning Outcomes: Perform advanced level procedures in positioning; align anatomical structures and equipment; and evaluate images.
RADR 2313 Radiation Biology and Protection
Course Description: Effects of radiation exposure on biological systems. The course includes typical medical exposure levels, methods for measuring and monitoring radiation, and methods for protecting personnel and patients from excessive exposure.
Learning Outcomes: Describe the biophysical mechanisms of radiation damage on humans; recall typical dose ranges for routine radiographic procedures; describe basic methods and instruments for radiation monitoring, detection, and measurement; and apply appropriate radiation protection practices.
RADR 2366 Clinical Practicum 4
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training.
Learning Outcomes: Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
RADR 2217 Radiographic Pathology
Course Description: Disease processes and their appearance on radiographic images.
Learning Outcomes: Classify types of diseases; explain the pathogenesis of common diseases; differentiate between normal and abnormal radiographic findings; and correlate normal and abnormal radiographic findings.
RADR 2335 Radiographic Seminar
Course Description: This is a capstone course focusing on the synthesis of professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes in preparation for professional employment and lifelong learning.
Learning Outcomes: Synthesize professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes for professional employment; and demonstrate skills for lifelong learning.
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RADR 2367 Clinical Practicum 5
Course Description: Practical, general workplace training.
Learning Outcomes: Apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry.
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Research Paper Instructions
To obtain a grade of 100% for a research paper, the following instructions must be followed exactly:
1. The topic for the paper must be approved by the Program Director before the project is started. 2. The paper must include radiographs if appropriate 3. The paper must include at least two periodical (magazine) or Internet references 4. The paper must include at least two book references 5. The paper must include a bibliography using the following format: 5.1 Each entry in the bibliography should be numbered and in alphabetical order.
Example of a book: 1. Graham, James J. The Enemies of the Poor. New York: Random, 1970.
Example of a periodical (magazine): 2. Gratale, Pete. “Using the same exposure factor for wet and dry casts.” Radiologic Technology, Vol. 57, No. 4 (1986) , pages 325-329.
Example of Internet site: 3. Harnack, Andrew, and Gene Kleppinger. “Beyond the MLA Handbook: Documenting Sources on the Internet.” Kairos 1.2 (1996). 14 Aug. 1997 http://www.english.ttu/acw/kairos/index.html.
6. Every quotation and all chief facts and opinions drawn from the work of others must be footnoted.
6.1 Footnotes are to be documented in the body of the paper, not at the bottom of the page. They are to include the number of the bibliographical reference followed by the page number both of which are enclosed in parentheses.
Example: Statements of specific exposure changes for cast radiography can be found as far back as 1936. (2, 325) Today, technologists still practice the same procedure. (4, 6)
7. Papers must be submitted in electronic format.
8. The length of the paper must be appropriate for the subject selected.
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Student Agreement
In accordance with the policies of the Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography, I agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the institution. I have received a current copy of the school handbook and student policies and will read and abide by the same. It is agreed and understood that a student will be dismissed at any time for any of the following reasons:
1. A failing course grade in any course.
2. Unsatisfactory performance in clinical assignments as determined in written evaluations by clinical supervisors and instructors.
3. Undesirable conduct, including insubordination, dishonesty, intoxication, or excessive absences for any reason.
4. Failure to attend two-thirds (2/3) of classroom hours in any course.
I fully understand the above and will endeavor to become a competent responsible student Radiologic Technologist.
Student signature Date ______
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60 Hendrick Medical Center School Of Radiography Policies And Procedures Organizational Chart
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
VICE PRESIDENT Joe Pearson
SECTION CHIEF Jon Anderson, M.D.
DIRECTOR Richard Shelburn
SUPPORT RADIOLOGY COORDINATOR COORDINATOR PROGRAM DIRECTOR Physicist Clerical Supervisor DIAGNOSTIC/TREATMENT SPECIAL IMAGING SCHOOL OF RADIOLOGRAPHY Radiation Safety Officer Cynthia Nichols Chet Low Danny Maddox Richard Bower Bob Harlow Raiology Informatics/PACs Allen Rector Jerry Kingston (Marketing) File Room Diagnostics CT Scan Clinical Instructors Lead Tech Charge Tech Lead CT Tech Instructors Nicole Bruns Melissa Black Jory Lee Out Reach Program Operations Specialists Radiation Therapy MRI Clinical Instructors Transcription Nuclear Medicine Vera West Mammography Radiolog Lead Nuc. Med. Tech y Lead Mammo Tech Linda Holmes Risk Management Denise Camacho Ultrasound Vera West Radiology Nursing Lead Ultrasound Tech Clerical Support & MOA IV Judi Chaney Theresa Slayton
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The Rules in Plain English
Read and understand this! Policies will be rigidly enforced! This is your only warning!
You must get along with and be able to work with doctors, hospital staff, patients, and fellow students in the clinical setting, class, and lab. You don't have to like them and they don't have to like you, but you must work with them as a professional. If you can't, you will be dismissed from the program! Doctors and hospital staff are not required to be "nice" to you! Don't expect them to be "nice" all the time. This is the real world and you need to learn to deal with it.
1. Make tuition payments on time and in the proper manner.
2. Dress professionally: clean, neat, fragrance free.
3. Be on time, Be quite, Be courteous Be enthusiastic.
4. Do not park in visitor parking areas!!
5. Do not eat, drink, or chew gum in front of patients.
6. Study, study, study!! Avoid distractions and don't get behind.
7. Review, Review, Review!!!
8. Do not have illegal drugs, alcohol, or weapons on school or clinical grounds.
9. Use your markers on every image.
10. It is your responsibility to be present for all procedures in your assigned area.
11. Never say " I'm checked off, I don't need that procedure." You need to do every procedure you can before you graduate.
12. Strive each day to improve your skills in your chosen profession. Remember, you’re paying for this education….. Get your money’s worth!
13. Please don't assume we see the problem! Feel free to "bother" us with "little" problems. Little problems are much easier to handle before they become major problems.
14. Come talk to us anytime you need or want to. This is your program and we are here to help you accomplish your goals.
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The Honor Code for Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography addresses behaviors to be avoided in order become part of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The ARRT application to the registry requires the following honor code violations be reported.
Note: this list does not include all reportable infractions. If you are unsure of whether something should be reported, contact a member of the Ethics staff at (651) 687-0048, ext. 8580. Cheating and/or plagiarism; Falsification of eligibility requirements (e.g., clinical competency information); Forgery or alteration of any document related to qualifications or patient care; Abuse, neglect, or abandonment of patients; Sexual contact without consent or harassment to any member of the community, including patients; Conduct that is seriously obscene or offensive; Practicing in an unsafe manner or outside the scope of professional training; Violating patient confidentiality (HIPAA); Attempted or actual theft of any item not belonging to the student (including patients’ property); Attending class or clinical setting while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other substances. This list is from the ARRT website at ARRT.org All students upon acceptance of a position in the Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography agree not to participate in cheating, lying, plagiarism or theft.
Cheating includes but is not limited to: 1. Copying from another student. 2. Allowing another student to copy your work. 3. Providing test details taken from a test to another student. 4. Submitting another students work as your own. 5. Unauthorized use of study aids.
Lying includes but is not limited to: 1. Communicating something that is not true. 2. Falsification of any record including time sheets and clinical records. 3. Any form of deceit or fraud. 4. Indicating that you were at one place when you were at another.
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Plagiarism includes but is not limited to: 1. Presenting, as your own, any work that is someone else’s without proper recognition.
Theft includes but is not limited to: 1. Taking something that is not your property. 2. Claiming something as your own that belongs to someone else.
Failure to make a timely report when one knows of an honor violation involving another person is considered a violation of the honor code.
The standard penalty for a first offense includes a note of the violation in the student's permanent record, a decision making leave and/or possible termination from the program.
Violations are investigated by program faculty and the decision outcome is reported to the student by the program director. Appeals may be made by following the grievance procedure policy.
I have read, understand, and agree to abide by Hendrick Medical Center School of Radiography and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist’s Honor Code.
______Student signature Date
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1/16/2012 1/23/2012 1/30/2012 2/6/2012 2/13/2012 2/20/2012 2/27/2012 3/5/2012 week 1 week 2 week 3 week 4 week 5 week 6 week 7 week 8
RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient Care 1 Care 2 Care 3 Care 4 Care 5 Care 6 Care 7 Care 8 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Imaging 1 Imaging 2 Imaging 3 Imaging 4 Imaging 5 Imaging 6 Imaging 7 Imaging 8
3/19/2012 3/26/2012 4/2/2012 4/9/2012 4/16/2012 4/23/2012 4/30/2012 5/7/2012 week 9 week 10 week 11 week 12 week 13 week 14 week 15 week 16
RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 RADR 1309 Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient to Patient Care 9 Care 10 Care 11 Care 12 Care 13 Care 14 Care 15 Care 16 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 RADR 1213 Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Principals of Imaging 9 Imaging 10 Imaging 11 Imaging 12 Imaging 13 Imaging 14 Imaging 15 Imaging 16 Practicum 1 Practicum 1 Practicum 1 Practicum 1 Practicum 1 Practicum 1 Rotation 1 wk 2 Rotation 2 wk 2 Rotation 3 wk 2 Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab lab Rm 2 Rm 3 Rm 6 Rm 7 Rm 1 Portables Finals 5/14/2012 5/21/2012 5/28/2012 6/4/2012 6/11/2012 7/2/2012 7/9/2012 7/16/2012 week 17 week 18 week 19 week 20 week 21 week 22 week 23 week 24 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad RADR 1311 Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Basic Rad Procedures Procedures Procedures 1 2 3 4 Procedures 5 6 7 8 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Imaging II 1 Imaging II 2 Imaging II 3 Imaging II 4 Imaging II 5 Imaging II 6 Imaging II 7 Imaging II 8 Practicum 2 Practicum 2 Practicum 2 Practicum 2 Rotation 1 wk 2 Rotation 2 wk 2 Rotation 3 wk 2 Rotation 4 wk 2 Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab anatomy digital tech chest abdomen upper limb
7/23/2012 7/30/2012 8/6/2012 8/13/2012 8/20/2012 8/27/2012 9/10/2012 9/17/2012 week 25 week 26 week 27 week 28 week 29 week 30 week 31 week 32
RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 RADR 1311 Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad Basic Rad Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 RADR 2305 Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of Imaging II 9 Imaging II 10 Imaging II 11 Imaging II 12 Imaging II 13 Imaging II 14 Imaging II 15 Imaging II 16 Practicum 2 Practicum 2 Practicum 2 Practicum 2
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9/24/2012 10/1/2012 10/8/2012 10/15/2012 10/22/2012 10/29/2012 11/5/2012 11/12/2012 week 33 week 34 week 35 week 36 week 37 week 38 week 39 week 40 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate RADR 2301 Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Rad Rad Rad Rad Intermediate Rad Rad Rad Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Rad Procedures Procedures Procedures 1 2 3 4 Procedures 5 6 7 8 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Equipment 1 Equipment 2 Equipment 3 Equipment 4 Equipment 5 Equipment 6 Equipment 7 Equipment 8 Practicum 3 Practicum 3 Practicum 3 Practicum 3 Rotation 1 wk 2 Rotation 2 wk 2 Rotation 3 wk 2 Rotation 4 wk 2 Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab C-T spine L spine Ribs/Sternum Skull
11/26/2012 12/3/2012 12/10/2012 12/17/2012 1/7/2013 1/14/2013 1/21/2013 1/28/2013 week 41 week 42 week 43 week 44 week 45 week 46 week 47 week 48
RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 RADR 2301 Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Intermediate Rad Rad Rad Rad Rad Rad Rad Rad Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 RADR 2309 Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Imaging Equipment Equipment Equipment Equipment Equipment Equipment Equipment Equipment 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Practicum 3 Practicum 3 Practicum 3 Practicum 3 Rotation 5 wk 2 Rotation 6 wk 2 Rotation 7 wk 2 Rotation 8 wk 2 Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab Lab Facial / Sinuses Biliary UGI BE Finals
2/4/2013 2/11/2013 2/18/2013 2/25/2013 3/4/2013 3/18/2013 3/25/2013 4/1/2013 week 49 week 50 week 51 week 52 week 53 week 54 week 55 week 56 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 Advanced Advanced Advanced Advanced RADR 2331 Advanced Advanced Advanced Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Advanced Procedures Procedures Procedures 1 2 3 4 Procedures 5 6 7 8 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 Rad Bio 1 Rad Bio 2 Rad Bio 3 Rad Bio 4 Rad Bio 5 Rad Bio 6 Rad Bio 7 Rad Bio 8 Practicum 4 Practicum 4 Practicum 4 Practicum 4 Rotation 1 wk 2 Rotation 2 wk 2 Rotation 3 wk 2 Rotation 4 wk 2 Lab IVP/veni Trauma Pedi
4/8/2013 4/15/2013 4/22/2013 4/29/2013 5/6/2013 5/13/2013 5/20/2013 5/27/2013 week 57 week 58 week 59 week 60 week 61 week 62 week 63 week 64
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RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 RADR 2331 Advanced Advanced Advanced Advanced Advanced Advanced Advanced Advanced Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures Procedures 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 RADR 2313 Rad Bio 9 Rad Bio 10 Rad Bio 11 Rad Bio 12 Rad Bio 13 Rad Bio 14 Rad Bio 15 Rad Bio 16 Practicum 4 Practicum 4 Practicum 4 Practicum 4 Rotation 5 wk 2 Rotation 6 wk 2 Rotation 7 wk 2 Rotation 8 wk 2 Page 66 Angio Interven. CT Add. Diag. Therapy Finals
6/3/2013 6/10/2013 7/1/2013 7/8/2013 7/15/2013 7/22/2013 7/29/2013 8/5/2013 week 65 week 66 week 67 week 68 week 69 week 70 week 71 week 72 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Seminar 1 Seminar 2 Seminar 3 Seminar 4 Seminar 5 Seminar 6 Seminar 7 Seminar 8 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 Pathology 1 Pathology 2 Pathology 3 Pathology 4 Pathology 5 Pathology 6 Pathology 7 Pathology 8 Practicum 5 Practicum 5 Practicum 5 Practicum 5 Rotation 1 wk 2 Rotation 2 wk 2 Rotation 3 wk 2 Rotation 4 wk 2
8/12/2013 8/19/2013 8/26/2013 9/9/2013 9/16/2013 9/23/2013 9/30/2013 10/7/2013 week 73 week 74 week 75 week 76 week 77 week 78 week 79 week 80 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 RADR 2335 Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Radiographic Seminar 9 Seminar 10 Seminar 11 Seminar 12 Seminar 13 Seminar 14 Seminar 15 Seminar 16 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 RADR 2217 Pathology 9 Pathology 10 Pathology 11 Pathology 12 Pathology 13 Pathology 14 Pathology 15 Pathology 16 Practicum 5 Practicum 5 Practicum 5 Practicum 5 wk 2 Grad 10/10/13 Rotation 5 wk 2 Rotation 6 wk 2 Rotation 7 wk 2 Rotation 8 Page 67
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