Training activity information

Details

Participate in service delivery for the germline cancer service

Type

Entrustable training activity (ETA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee repeatedly, consistently, and effectively over time, in a range of situations. This may include occasions where the trainee has not successfully achieved the outcome of the activity themselves. For example, because it was not appropriate to undertake the task in the circumstances or the trainees recognised their own limitations and sought help or advice to ensure the activity reached an appropriate conclusion. ​

Reflection at multiple timepoints on the trainee learning journey for this activity.

Considerations

  • Service delivery pathways
  • Best practice guidance
  • Local and national guidance
  • Test directory
  • Service Management
  • Duty scientist role
  • Service costing
  • Trouble shooting
  • Communication with other healthcare professionals
  • Quality management

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Apply appropriate sample selection criteria for the commonly referred cancer samples, taking into account the implications of the referral with respect to sample type, sampling mixed cell populations, limits of detection, sensitivity of assay and patient management.

# 2 Outcome

Select the laboratory testing strategy for the commonly referred cancer samples at all stages of the patient pathway.

# 5 Outcome

Analyse, interpret and report tests for patients referred with germline cancer.

# 6 Outcome

Analyse, interpret and report pharmacogenetic testing in oncology patients.