Clinical - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician Syllabus for 2023-2024
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Course

EMSP-1163-001 Clinical - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician

Prerequisites

Corequisite: EMSP 1501 of same course section

Course Description

A health-related work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. Direct supervision is provided by the clinical professional.

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Department Expectations

Occupational License Disclaimer

Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.

Hours

(1 sem hr; 3 clinic)

Class Type

Clinical

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Clinical Paperwork available on Blackboard

Supplies

Uniform:

Each student is required to purchase and maintain a clinical uniform at his/her own expense. The uniform will consist of:

• Slacks - Black or dark navy blue ... EMS Uniform Pants are acceptable
• Shirt - White, long-sleeved, collared (oxford style)
• T-shirt - White (crew necked)
• Shoes - Black leather shoes or boots (no tennis shoes)
• Socks - Black or dark blue
• Belt - Black with a plain buckle

Equipment/Supplies:

Each student is required to purchase/have and maintain the following equipment and supplies at his/her own expense:

• Name badge (purchased at AC Student Services Center)
• Stethoscope
• Trauma Shears
• Protective Eyewear
• Watch (with a second hand)

Student Performance

Prior to the final examination for the course the student will be required to turn in signed documentation per the following:

•Ambulance Field Internship

• •A minimum of three calls/runs in which the student documents preceptor-evaluated and observed clinical skills performed by the student

•Hospital ER Clinical

• •A minimum of four patient records for each shift of the student performing clinical skills on a patient with said observations being evaluated and graded by the student’s preceptor

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Clinical Conduct Policy:

All students will be required to adhere to the conduct and dress policies of each institution where clinical skills are acquired. Conduct and dress policy decisions will be addressed by clinical facility personnel and the Amarillo College EMSP Program Director and instructors.

Personal Hygiene Policy:

The student is expected to present a professional image at all times. To satisfactorily accomplish this, care must be given to personal hygiene. In an effort to promote cleanliness and professionalism, all students will adhere to the following guidelines:

• Body:  Students should bathe and use deodorant before clinicals
• Hair:  Neat, combed and clean. Length and style of hair conform to the hair code of the facility in which the student is conducting the clinical internship. Conservative hairstyles are suggested and are considered the most professional
• Beards:  All students are to be clean-shaven at the beginning of their clinical shift with the following exceptions:
  • Students may wear a goatee and/or mustache in the clinical settings if they are well groomed and no longer than one (1) inch. Furthermore, facial hair must be groomed in a manner allowing a tight skin seal with a HEPA respirator, or N-95 respirator. No student will be allowed to start a beard or mustache during the semester.
• Earrings:  For the safety of the students and their valuables, no earrings will be worn in the clinical settings
• Oral: Teeth should be clean and breathe fresh. No chewing, dipping, or smoking of tobacco will be allowed in any clinical setting.
• Hands:  Hands are to be clean and washed often in the clinical setting. Make certain fingernails are clean and well trimmed.
• Fragrances:  Colognes/perfumes should be avoided
• Jewelry:  Students are not allowed to wear additional jewelry, piercings, or neck scarves. Emblems, patches, pins, insignias on the uniform or jacket are not allowed while on clinical rotation.

Grading Criteria

The clinical grade will be determined by completeness of the clinical packet requirements and by attendance, skill proficiency, and student attitude in interacting with other healthcare professionals, peers, patients and family members of patients. The clinical (EMSP 1163) grade will not exceed the classroom (EMSP 1501) grade.

Attendance

A student is allowed one excused absence from clinical during the course. The absence will be made up prior to the conclusion of the course. There is a zero tolerance for absences beyond one excused absence. A grade reduction of 10% off the final grade will be taken for each absence over the one excused absence. If a student has three absences beyond the one excused, the student will be advised to withdraw or receive an "F" for the final course grade. Exceptions to the policy will be at the discretion of the course instructor and the EMSP Program Director.

Calendar

Additional Information

Clock Hours:  48 Clock Hours

Prerequisites:  General College Admission Requirements

Corequisites:  EMSP 1501 Emergency Medical Technician – Basic

 Occupational Need and Target Population for the Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) Course:

The EMT-B clinical course is a course designed to prepare the student for the skill examination processes that lead to certification with the Texas Department of State Health Services as an EMT-Basic and with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as an EMT-Basic (EMT-B). Either or both of the certifications are the minimum requirements for entry into the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Certified or licensed EMS providers are gainfully employed by ambulance services, hospitals and various primary and tertiary healthcare facilities. Many EMS providers serve as volunteers to provide EMS care in their local communities.

General Objectives:

• Perform and document pertinent procedures in the clinical setting to gain knowledge and confidence through clinical experiences in actual patient contact areas.
• Document, by completion of the EMSP 1501/1163/1001 Clinical Packet forms, attainment of required hours in each of the following clinical areas.
  • Emergency Department:  24 minimum hours
  • Ambulance:  24 minimum hours
  • Total:  48 minimum hours
• Document, by completion of the EMSP 1501/1163/1001 Clinical Packet forms, attainment of required hours in each of the following skills:
  • Patient Assessment:  minimum of 8
  • Ambulance:  minimum of 3

Malpractice Insurance:

Students may be held personally responsible for acts of negligence while in the clinical setting and judgments may be made against them in a court of law. It is a requirement of this program that each student purchase malpractice insurance before reporting to the clinical setting. The cost of blanket coverage for all students is included in the enrollment fees.