CSPT 1412 - Central Processing Practicum II

4 sem hrs cr

Course consists of second of two supervised clinical-rotations, during which students will complete orientation to a second clinical site, practice the skills necessary to perform the duties of a central processing technician, develop professional behaviors while in the surgical and central service environment, and adequately document their experiences in their Practica. CSPT 1310 provides rationale and concepts to support experiences in this course.
  Prerequisite: CSPT 1511 - Central Processing Practicum I  

Transfer (UT) or Non-Transfer Course (UN): UN

• Recognize elements of good patient care and prioritize them before less important elements in the surgical support setting
• Behave professionally in a stressful environment with demanding personalities while remaining calm and focused
• Accurately plan for and perform duties of a central processing technician in common surgical support roles

Specific Objectives

The student will…

• demonstrate that the patient’s well-being is the highest priority at all times.
• abide by the policies of the hospital to which they are assigned.
• accept direction appropriately from surgeons, operating room staff, and instructors in a clinical setting.
• successfully complete the entire ten weeks of clinical practice to receive a grade.
• work as a team member with honesty, integrity, and professionalism in different clinical settings.