Training activity information

Details

Perform duty scientist tasks for rare disease investigations to include:

  • Triage of referrals
  • Liaison with internal colleagues to resolve matters arising e.g. issues arising with sample preparation
  • Liaison with external healthcare professionals to resolve matter arising e.g. clinical information to support test eligibility, sample issues

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.

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Review referrals for patients referred for rare disease genomic testing.

# 7 Outcome

Employ specialist knowledge of rare disease genomic testing to deliver a safe and high-quality service.

# 8 Outcome

Demonstrate appropriate communication skills with healthcare professional colleagues to inform the clinical management of patients referred for rare disease genomic testing.