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Clinical effectiveness in radiologic technology students: an empirical perspective.
V S Tarico1, M H Holland, E M Altmaier
1Department of Radiology, University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, Iowa City 52242.
Radiologic Technology
|November 1, 1987
Summary
Effective clinical performance in radiologic technology students involves organization, teamwork, patient interaction, flexibility, and initiative, as identified by staff and instructors. These skills are crucial for successful student development in clinical settings.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging Education
- Radiologic Technology Training
Background:
- Assessing clinical performance is vital for radiologic technology students.
- Understanding key performance indicators aids in effective training and evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify essential dimensions of effective clinical performance in radiologic technology students.
- To explore the perspectives of both staff technologists and clinical instructors on student performance.
Main Methods:
- Two studies were conducted to gather data.
- Study 1: Staff technologists' views on student performance.
- Study 2: Clinical instructors' views on student performance.
Main Results:
- Key performance dimensions identified: organization, peer/staff relationships, patient relationships, flexibility, and initiative.
- Specific student behaviors linked to these dimensions were detailed.
- Consensus found between staff and instructors on critical performance areas.
Conclusions:
- Effective clinical performance in radiologic technology is multi-faceted.
- Focusing on identified dimensions and behaviors can enhance student training and evaluation.
- These findings support the development of targeted clinical competency assessments.