Course overview
The aim of this course is to develop initial practical and professional skills in Medical Imaging at a beginner level. Clinical skills development building on technical skills gained in previous clinical courses including patient care and communication, safety, professional behaviour, team working, self motivation, self directed learning and clinical reasoning.
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate at a beginner level broad and thorough knowledge of the scope of clinical skills underpinning Medical Imaging including principles, clinical application, procedures, participation with other health care members, information management, confidentiality, scope of practice and role within team.
- Use reflection to assess own performances against professional standards and suggest modifications for further practice at a beginner level.
- Apply problem solving skills in the clinical setting to maintain quality outcomes for the clinical site and the patient at a beginner level.
- Act ethically, professionally and in a safe manner in clinical practice at a beginning level by adhering to relevant codes of conduct, radiation safety guidelines and legislation, University of South Australia's clinical policies and the National Safety and Quality Health (NSQHS) standards (where applicable to clinical practice).
- Operate at a beginner level as a responsible practitioner to perform basic and common radiographic examinations and image appraisal with a low level of difficulty.
- Fulfil duty of care and communicate and act with respect to individuals, carers, and colleagues in clinical practice at a beginner level.
- Suggest ways that demonstrate respect for the values, customs, spiritual beliefs and practices of individuals.