Training activity information

Details

Shadow a Genetic Technologist, and reflect on their role

Type

Observational training activity (OTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the observation or experience has been undertaken by the trainee.

Reflections on the observation or experience at two timepoints including contextualisation to the trainees own practice. E.g., for planned observations, a reflection before the observation and after, or for unplanned events a reflection one day after and another reflection a week later.

Considerations

  • Consider elements of their role, including:
    • Health and safety
    • Local SOPs
    • GLP
    • Risk and COSHH assessments
    • Quality management, including internal quality control, and record keeping
    • Monitoring laboratory resources, including equipment and consumables

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Explore the contribution of Clinical Genomics to patient care.

# 2 Outcome

Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Clinical Genomics.

# 3 Outcome

Describe the working practices of Clinical Genomics.

# 6 Outcome

Compare and contrast the practice of Clinical Genomics with other specialties.