Training activity: 10

Details

Shadow a Nuclear Medicine Clinical Scientist 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

• Reflect on the range of responsibilities of a Clinical Scientist in Nuclear Medicine
• Consider the involvement in troubleshooting, within the scope of practice and the role of the Medical Physics Expert
• Consider the requirements for the provision of patient centered care and support
• Appreciate the communication with patients and impact on the patient experience
• Consider elements of the role including:
  • Providing radiation protection advice
  • Involvement in quality assurance processes

Relevant learning outcomes

#	Outcome
# 1	Outcome Explore the contribution of Nuclear Medicine to patient care.
# 2	Outcome Identify the roles and relationships of the multidisciplinary team in Nuclear Medicine.
# 3	Outcome Describe the working practices of Nuclear Medicine.
# 6	Outcome Compare and contrast the practice of Nuclear Medicine with other specialties.