Medical Device Reprocessing Practicum

Description

Twelve weeks practical experience in the field of medical devices reprocessing: respect for the limits of the field of competence of a technician; participation in the preparation and monitoring of the practicum; use of software and other technological tools related to practise in this field; compliance with the policies and procedures of the internship environment; demonstration of professionalism and a sense of ethics in their work.

Objectifs

• Meet the specific requirements of the practicum
  • Participate actively in the practicum preparation and follow-up 
  • Comply with the policies and rules of their host institution
  • Demonstrate safe practices in compliance with the requirements of their practicum setting
• Apply the skills and knowledge acquired during training
  • Clearly demonstrate the congruence between the hands-on work they do in the practicum setting and their prior learning
  • Use appropriate measures to achieve the target objectives
  • Assume responsibility for one's decisions and actions
  • Comply with the protocols in place regarding infection prevention and control
• Demonstrate professional, personal and interpersonal qualities
  • Conform to the determined work schedule
  • Demonstrate attendance and punctuality
  • Manage time and work properly in order to attain practicum objectives
  • Maintain amicable relations with the various stakeholders involved in the practicum
  • Demonstrate behaviour that meets personal and professional ethical standards
  • Suggest well-thought-out, creative solutions to problems encountered
  • Use effective communication skills
  • Demonstrate effective time management skills and a good sense of task prioritization
  • Demonstrate honesty at all times
  • Project a positive attitude
  • Demonstrate initiative and autonomy
• Demonstrate the ability to integrate the workforce
  • Establish contact with the host institution independently and professionally
  • Assume the responsibilities inherent in working in the practicum setting
  • Demonstrate motivation and involvement in the exercise of one's work
• Show open-mindedness when faced with new learning experiences
  • Refer to various resources that will support all learning endeavours
  • Clearly present their perception of their strengths and weaknesses to their supervisor during discussions
  • Adjust knowledge and attitudes according to the constructive criticism received

Aperçu du contenu

• Objectives of the practicum
• Preparation and follow-up of the practicum
• Policies and regulations of the practicum
• Safe and healthy behaviour in a training environment
• Updating knowledge and techniques learned
• Professional relationships with co-workers, teachers and supervisors
• Effective time management and prioritization of tasks
• Compliance to work schedule: attendance and punctuality
• Autonomy and initiative
• Self-evaluation of strengths and weaknesses
• Adjusting knowledge and skills according to constructive criticism