Program Overview

MRS290 Medical Radiation Science Practicum 1

This subject commences the detailed development of skills that underpin professional practice in both the public and private setting. The theoretical modules of this subject are designed to develop the necessary knowledge base for students to successfully enter the workplace. Foundational to these modules is the first module, which is designed to develop cultural competence in students in providing healthcare to Indigenous communities.

Subject Description

In this subject, students complete a series of supervised medical radiation science practice experiences in their chosen specialisation for a total of 12 weeks. Practicum experience provides students with the opportunity to apply current knowledge and skills and further build on these skills. Students will build on their cultural knowledge to develop skills of cultural sensitivity and competence. Students will also develop and consolidate critical evaluation and reflective practice skills. To pass this subject, students are required to pass each placement, including all related assessment tasks and competency tasks. Failure of any individual placement block equates to failure of this subject.

Availability

• Session 1 (30)
  • On Campus: Port Macquarie Campus, Wagga Wagga Campus
• Session 2 (60)
  • On Campus: Port Macquarie Campus, Wagga Wagga Campus

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

Two sessions

School

School of Dentistry and Health Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science

Prerequisites

MRS100

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

• Be able to discuss the complexities of clinical practice.
• Be able to demonstrate verbal and written communication strategies.
• Be able to consistently demonstrate professional behaviour.
• Be able to use and develop reflective practice skills to identify and refine their learning during their practicum experiences.
• Be able to plan and conduct medical radiation science procedures.
• Be able to develop competency standards as prescribed for the chosen specialisation.
• Be able to apply appropriate ethical and legal standards.
• Be able to develop skills to enhance communication with Indigenous Australians.
• Be able to develop skills to enhance the health outcomes of Indigenous Australians.
• Be able to apply a cultural competence approach to individual and professional models of health.
• Be able to apply due care and diligence.
• Be able to apply the relevant regulatory and legislative framework.
• Be able to demonstrate command and application of radiation safety principles in the clinical setting under immediate supervision.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• MODULE 1
  • Pre placement briefing and post placement debriefing activities
  • Communication theory and practice
  • Communication in context of Indigenous Australians' healthcare
  • Professional behaviour
  • Professional behaviour and ethics in context of Indigenous Australians' healthcare
  • Ethics and standards of practice
  • Workplace health and safety
  • Assessment and enabling strategies
  • Reflective practice
  • Portfolio development
• MODULE 2
  • Clinical Placement

Workplace Learning

This subject contains a 60-day Compulsory Workplace Learning component. Student placement in a clinical department in the area of their specialisation.

Special Resources

Students will need to cover costs of travel and accommodation during their clinical placement.