Training activity information
Details
Observe the triage process for new referrals, and reflect on the process
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
- Appreciate elements of the triage process, including:
- Referrals reasons and clinical eligibility
- Patient consent for testing
- Gatekeeping
- Sample types, including acceptance and rejection criteria
- Sample processing pathways
- The role of the duty scientist
- Patient databases
- Confidentiality and information governance
- Integrated decision making
- Communication with service users
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. |