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STUDENT HANDBOOK

URHCS SCHOOL OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

1600 11th St

Bethania Building

Wichita Falls, TX 76301

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPIC PAGE Mission Statement ………………………………………………………….. 3 General Description of Equipment and Facilities……………………………. Program Accreditation Information………………………………………….. Academic Affiliates………………………………………………………….. Application Information……………………………………………………... 4 Criteria for Selection of Students to the MLS Program…………………….. . 5 Academic Prerequisites………………………………………………………. 6 Updating Coursework………………………………………………………….7 Application Packet…………………………………………………………… .8-16 School Policies and Procedures …………………………………………….. .17-18

Academic Probation ………………………………………………….. Academic Suspension or Termination ……………………………….. Student Conduct and Conditions for Dismissal ………………………

Student Grievance Procedure ………………………………………... Re-entrance ………………………………………………………….. Attendance …………………………………………………………... Leave of Absences ………………………………………………….. Graduation Requirements …………………………………………... Student Records …………………………………………………….. Immunization policy……………………………………………….. .. ……...19-20 MLS School Calendar and Course Descriptions……………………….. …...21-23 Detailed Description of the Clinical Rotations……………………….

Grading System ……………………………………………………… Standards for Satisfactory Progress …………………………………..

List of Faculty and Administrators …………………………………………...24 School Administrators and Faculty …………………………………..

Advisory Committee …………………………………………………. Graduated Classes and Current Class photos………………………………….25-28

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INTRODUCTION

Mission Statement The school focuses on the individual and directs all its efforts toward providing the training, services, and assistance needed to prepare students for jobs that are rewarding and which provide the basis for a successful career in Medical Laboratory Science. General Description of Available Space, Equipment, and Facilities The School of Medical Laboratory Science is located in the Bethania Building of United Regional Health Care System. As an annex to the main laboratory, the school consists of one office and one classroom. The lectures are conducted in the classroom while the clinical aspect of the training takes place in the laboratory. The laboratory houses state-of-the-art equipment in all departments and student rotations take place in Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Phlebotomy, Urinalysis, and Coagulation. Accreditation The school of Medical Laboratory Science at URHCS is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). NAACLS is located at: NAACLS 5600 North River Road, Suite 720 Rosemont, IL 60018-5119 (773)714-8880 Affiliations; The school has formal affiliations with the following universities: Midwestern State University University of North Texas Wichita Falls, TX Denton, TX Texas Woman’s University Southwestern Oklahoma State University Denton, TX Weatherford, OK

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APPLICATION PROCESS

Application deadline

· January 5th or the weekday after January 5th if falls on a weekend.

Program Dates

· The start date for the program is the last Monday in July of each year and end date is the Friday before the last week in July.

· Graduation is scheduled for the last Friday of the program Schedule of Fees

· There are no fees and tuitions for the hospital based program. The affiliated university may or may not charge a fee. Please check with your advisor and your registrar’s office.

· Students are required to buy their own scrubs, shoes, school supplies and required text

books. A list is provided to all accepted students and they have the option to buy their own books or have the program buy for them.

· State exams and certification are in addition to the above stated fees.

Scholarships

· A one- or two-year scholarship is offered to students who are accepted in the program and requires them to work for one year for URHCS at the completion of the rotation if a job offer is made to the student.

· Other details are provided in the scholarship packet. Stipend

· The program offers a stipend of $125.00 per month to each student accepted into the program.

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APPLICATION PROCESS

CRITERIA FOR SELECTION OF STUDENTS FOR MLS PROGRAM

A. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

1. Completed application form and official copies of all college transcripts to the Program Office. Send an official transcript with all pending courses shown along with the application packet. A final official transcript will be needed before starting the rotation.

2. All pre-internship university courses specified by the National Accrediting Agency for

Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) must be completed before the beginning of the student’s internship.

3. The applicant must either:

a) possess a baccalaureate degree in a related science (e.g. Biology) before the start of the internship (4 + 1 student) OR b) be eligible for a baccalaureate degree upon completion of the internship (3 + 1 student)

4. The overall GPA of the university courses must be 2.5 or greater. This may be revised

depending on the applicant pool. Please contact the Program Director for verification of current requirements.

5. The calculated GPA attained from Chemistry, Biology, Math and related science courses

must be 2.5 or greater. 6. The student must have a minimum of 3 references:

a. Major advisor b. Biology instructor c. Science instructor other than Biology d. Personal reference from an individual who has known them for one or more years.

B. SOME FACTORS USED AS SELECTION CRITERIA

1. GPA in Chemistry, Biology and Math (Science GPA). 2. Previous employment, with a satisfactory work record, especially in a laboratory

setting where quantitative or qualitative analysis is performed. 3. Courses completed with a satisfactory GPA in addition to those required by NAACLS

in the following areas: Parasitology, Biochemistry, Pathophysiology, Educational Methods, Management/Supervision, and advanced mathematics 4. Personal suitability based on ability to communicate; understanding of the profession

and degree of maturity as evaluated by those involved in the personal interview of the applicant.

5. Rating of the applicant’s ability by the major advisor and instructors. 6. Personal (character) reference. 7. Activities in high school and college, any special talents, abilities, awards,

scholarships, etc. not directly related to the clinical laboratory field.

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APPLICATION PROCESS

Student selection will be based on evaluation of information contained in application materials as well as personal evaluation of the applicant’s suitability. The Program Director will explain the selection process to the applicant. This is usually done at the time of the personal interview. If selected as a student in our MLS Program, the applicant must accept the appointment in writing and furnish the MLS Program any information deemed necessary by the Program Director before the start of the first week of attendance.

Termination Clause; If the hospital decides to terminate the CLS program at any time, the students in rotation at that time will be allowed to complete their rotation. If the termination occurs after you are accepted into the program, you will be given ample notice to try to obtain space in another program.

ACADEMIC PREREQUISITES FOR MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY The Medical Technology Program at URHCS is approved by The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). NAACLS approve programs in Medical Technology are required to accept only those students who have completed the following academic prerequisites:

· 16 hours of Biology with Microbiology being a required course. · 16 hours of Chemistry with Organic and/or Biochemistry required. · 3 hours of a Biological Statistics course · 3 hours of college algebra or higher level course

Detailed description is below; BIOLOGY: A minimum of 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) to include: A full course in Microbiology. The Microbiology should include a laboratory. Immunology is strongly recommended. These courses must be applicable towards a major in Biology. Survey courses are acceptable. CHEMISTRY: A minimum of 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) to include: organic or biochemistry. The organic or biochemistry should include a laboratory. These courses must be applicable towards a major in Biology. Survey courses are acceptable MATHEMATICS: A minimum of 6 hours in college mathematics to include: algebra, statistics, or calculus. Remedial mathematics is not acceptable.

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UPDATING COURSEWORK

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS: In general, students who have obtained a degree in another country in areas other than biological sciences or chemistry will need to completer 24 semester hours (32 quarter hours) in both biology and chemistry rather than the 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours). DEGREE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants to the hospital-based medical technology program must possess a baccalaureate degree in biology/chemistry or related science, or they must be medical technology majors in their senior year. They must have completed all of their college or university’s requirements for a degree in medical technology exclusive of the professional program itself. They must have a GPA of 2.5 or better in both total and science GPA. Applicants who have not taken an organic or biochemistry course or microbiology applicable towards the prerequisite within the last seven years must update their knowledge in these fields before attending a medical technology program. Updating coursework can be done by any of the following: 1. Taking the appropriate refresher course in either or both chemistry and biology. The courses must be applicable towards a major in chemistry or biology or medical technology. If not, they must be certified by the college or university as the equivalent. A grade of “C” or better must be achieved in each course. 2. College credit may be obtained for the above mentioned courses by challenge examination. If grade is given, it must be at least a “C”. This arrangement must be made between an individual and the college or university. Successful completion of the examination must result in credit granted for an acceptable course. 3. If you have recently been working in the chemical or microbiological fields or related areas, your experience may exempt you from one or both of the update requirements

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APPLICATION PACKET

School of Medical Laboratory Science Application Packet Please mail completed application packet and required documents to Untied Regional HealthCare System Att; Asma Javed, Program Director School of Medical Laboratory Science 1600 11th St, Bethania Building Wichita Falls, TX 76301 Dear Interested Applicant, Enclosed is an application form for the Medical Technology Program at URHCS. Academic Prerequisites for Medical Technology, Criterion for Student Selection, Description of lectures and rotation curriculum, and the Immunization policy are provided on the website at http://www.unitedregional.org/become-a-medical-laboratory-scientist-mls The Applicant must provide with the following along with the application

o At least a 2.5 Overall and Science GPA o Official Transcripts from all schools attended (if degree not complete, unofficial copy is

acceptable. Official copy will be required before the start of the rotation) o Three letters of reference; one personal, two academic o A Student letter of Intent explaining your interest in the field and why you should be

accorded an interview o Immunization records

In addition to your Application and Health Questionnaire, please sign and return the enclosed

Essential Functional Tasks document. Please have your references send the letters directly to the MT school office or seal to give you to add to the application packet. There is no form for the reference letter. To attend our school, you should be eligible for a Bachelors in Science in Biology or related field at the end of the rotation from any of the accredited Universities in the United States or already have a Bachelor of Science in Biology or related field with the necessary prerequisites and criteria for selection (lists are enclosed) from any accredited US institution of higher education. Eligible United States resident or citizens with a foreign degree will need to get their degrees equalized by an accredited institution.

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APPLICATION PACKET

The MLS School at United Regional is currently affiliated with the following Universities. Midwestern State University University of North Texas Wichita Falls, TX Denton, TX Texas Woman’s University Southwestern Oklahoma State University Denton, TX Weatherford, OK URHCS School of Medical Laboratory Science is an equal opportunity provider of education. This entity does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, age and disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. Additional affiliation maybe setup if a student from a nonaffiliated university is accepted. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Asma Javed Asma Javed, MS, MT (ASCP) Program Director Ph; 940-764-3187 Email; ajaved@unitedregional.org

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APPLICATION

School of Medical Laboratory Science Essential Functional Tasks --- School of Medical Technology Applicants The ability to perform certain essential tasks is necessary for all students entering the United Regional Health Care System School of Medical Technology. The function of these tasks is essential for successfully completing the clinical education component of the Medical Technology Program. These essential functions are based upon the specialized nature of the work in the profession of medical technology, and are aligned with the job performance standards for an employed medical technologist. Reasonable effort will be made to accommodate any disabilities to allow for performance of these essential functional tasks. To meet the essential function requirements, the student shall: 1. Complete a pre-entry health history given by the Program Director and reviewed by the Medical Director. 2. Obtain or update all required immunizations as required by the school. 3. Complete visual testing and laboratory screening studies. These tests will be performed free of charge. In addition to completing the above, the student shall possess: 4. The ability to read and write. 5. Visual acuity in order to discriminate color in urine chemistry reactions, chemical reactions, and microscopic identification of cell morphology, special stains, etc. 6. Adequate motor skills in order to perform phlebotomy procedures; instrument calibration and maintenance; delicate sampling procedures; a variety of manual, semi-automated, and automated analytical procedures; and computer keyboarding. 7. Physical ability to tolerate long periods of standing. 8. Physical strength for light lifting of weights of 25 pounds or less from the floor to waist level. 9. Communication skills, to include appropriate telephone skills, necessary to interact effectively with instructors, patients, and other members of the health care team. 10. Demonstrated ability to function effectively under stress. A student who fails to meet the above essential functions may be denied admission to the program or be removed anytime during the rotation

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APPLICATION

School of Medical Laboratory Science Application for Admission

Application Deadline; January 5th

APPLICATION TO THE SCHOOL OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

DATE OF APPLICATION ________________________ SS# ____________________ Expected entrance date ______________________________________________________ Name ______________________________________________________________________ Last First MI Gender: M______ F_______ Email: _____________________________ Are you a U.S. citizen or permanent resident? Yes_______ No_______ If no, please indicate type of visa and country of origin._____________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________ Street Apt. #

City State Zip-code Phone # Name of parent, nearest relative or guardian:______________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________ Street Apt. #

City State Zip-code Phone #

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APPLICATION

School of Medical Laboratory Science Application for Admission Education: Please start with High School

If need to add more institutions, please attach a typed sheet. Activities and Honors; ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ List of three references providing the recommendation letters; 1.___________________________________________________________________________ Name address email 2.___________________________________________________________________________ Name address email 3. __________________________________________________________________________

Name address email

Institution Dates attended Degree awarded Major Total GPA Science GPA

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APPLICATION

School of Medical Laboratory Science Application for Admission Have you ever worked for United Regional? _________ Still employed? _________ If not employed any longer, please explain? ______________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Work and Volunteer Experience;

If more experience, please attach a typed sheet. Background check: Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor, or received deferred adjudication? A conviction will not necessarily automatically disqualify you for admission. Rather, such factors such as date of conviction and seriousness and nature of the crime will be considered. However, false, misleading or incomplete information may likely result in rejection of your application or dismissal from MT school. NO_________ YES, Explain ________________________________________

Signature of the Applicant Date

Name of Company/Organization Type of Work Dates

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APPLICATION

School of Medical Laboratory Science Application for Admission

HEALTH REPORT FOR MT SCHOOL APPLICANTS

Personal History: To be completed by applicant Family Health Record Father: Living ____ Deceased _____ Cause of Death _____________________ Mother: Living ____ Deceased _____ Cause of Death _____________________ Student/Employee Health Record Checks once (x) those conditions you have had. Double check (xx) those you now have. Acne Headaches, frequent Rheumatism/Arthritis AIDS Heart ailment Rheumatic fever Appendicitis Hay fever Scarlet fever Asthma Hepatitis Sinusitis, chronic Back complaints Hernia Smallpox Chickenpox High blood pressure Sore throat, frequent Cold, Frequent Kidney disorder Tonsillitis Diabetes Malaria Typhoid fever Digestive disturbances Measles Venereal disease Ear infections, frequent Meningitis Varicose veins Easily fatigued Pleurisy Whooping cough *Food Allergies Pneumonia *Other Allergies Polio *Allergies (food and other)

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APPLICATION

School of Medical Laboratory Science Application for Admission Illnesses, Injuries, Surgeries (Please be specific) Incident Date Degree of Recovery

Handicaps________________________________________________________________ Impediments (speech, color blindness etc.) ____________________________________ Attach your immunization record (see the immunization policy in the packet) Date of last Diphtheria / Tetanus ____________________________________ The above data is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand it is to be included as part of my application and student record.

Student Signature Date Data obtained after enrollment Tuberculin Skin Test ____________________________ Color Blindness Test ____________________________ Survey 8 (Optional) ____________________________ CBC (Optional) ____________________________ Urinalysis (Optional) ___________________________

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APPLICATION

School of Medical Laboratory Science Application for Admission Essential Functions Tasks: School of Medical Technology Applicants Please sign and return this page with the Application Packet and Health Report. The other signatures will be obtained after you are accepted into the program. I have read and do understand this document and agree to abide by its contents. ________________________________________ Student Name ________________________________________ DATE: __________________ Student Signature ________________________________________ DATE: __________________ Medical Advisor, School of Medical Technology ________________________________________ DATE: __________________ Laboratory Director, URHCS Laboratory ________________________________________ DATE: __________________ Program Director, School of Medical Technology

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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

MLS SCHOOL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES The Hospital wide and MLS school policies and procedures are available to the students during orientation in the first week of school and later online on the intranet. A brief description of the MLS school policies is also included in the handbook. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF STUDENT POLICIES Academic Probation

· A student unable to maintain a C (B, if on scholarship) in any department will be placed on probation. The student will be given extra assistance in an effort to reach the expected level of performance.

Academic Suspension or Termination

· At the end of probation, if the student has not brought his/her grades to meet our satisfactory academic progress policy, then the student shall be suspended or terminated, depending on the recommendation of the department and the advisory committee.

· The student has a right to appeal the decision to the school’s director/ laboratory director. · The appeal should be submitted in writing within one week of the committee’s decision.

Student Conduct and Conditions for Dismissal

· Any student not conducting themselves in an orderly and professional manner, which includes use of drugs and alcohol during school hours, dishonesty, disrupting classes, use of profanity, excessive tardiness, insubordination, violation of safety rules, or not abiding by the school rules will lead to either probation or dismissal from classes.

Student Grievance Procedure

· Any student who has a grievance with the school or an instructor should first discuss the problem with the instructor or school director.

· If a resolution is not reached, the student should make a written complaint and submit it to the school director asking for a written response.

· When a satisfactory resolution of the problem is not obtained, the student may contact:

Re-entrance

· Any student, who has dropped out of the program due to health/family or other reasons, may be readmitted within one year by completing a personal interview with the school’s director Program requirements at the time of readmitance shall be applicable.

· Any student who was terminated for conduct may not be readmitted. · More details are provided in the student policy manual.

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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Attendance

· The school maintains an attendance record on the student. The school requires a hundred percent (100%) completion of class hours in order to receive a certificate of completion from the course.

· Tardiness is defined as showing up more than ten minutes late for the beginning of a class. Tardiness without legitimate reason on more than three different occasions will be considered as one unexcused absence.

· Students are expected to be on time and attend all scheduled classes and rotations. Documentation of the reason for the absences is required for a student returning to class after an absence. All days missed by a student will be made up prior to graduation.

Student Records

· All student evaluations and grades are maintained by the school for a period of one year from completion of the program.

· Student transcripts and certain other documents are kept on file permanently and are protected from fire, theft and other perils.

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IMMUNIZATION POLICY

IMMUNIZATION POLICY

To comply with Title 25 Health Services, §97.61 – 97.72 of the Texas Administrative Code, all students enrolled in health related courses that will involve direct patient contact must meet compliance with state-mandated immunizations. Additional program requirements are included.

State-mandated and Program Immunization Requirements In order to meet our obligations to our students and patients, all students must have had the following immunizations prior to their start of the clinical program. a. Tetanus/Diphtheria (Td): 1. Official documentation of one dose of adult type tetanus/diphtheria toxoid (Td) within the last ten years. b. Rubeola (Measles): Vaccination with live attenuated rubeola virus 1. Official documentation of immunization with two (2) doses of live Measles virus on or after the first birthday and at least 28 days apart. Persons vaccinated prior to 1968 must be revaccinated. 2. Laboratory (serologic) evidence of Measles immunity. . c. Mumps: Vaccination with live attenuated mumps, only available after 1967, or past history of mumps. 1. Official documentation of immunization with live Mumps virus on or after the first birthday. 2. Laboratory (serologic) evidence of Mumps immunity d. Rubella (German Measles): Vaccination with the live rubella virus or a positive rubella antibody titer (copy of laboratory report). 1. Official documentation of immunization with live Rubella virus vaccine on or after the first birthday 2. Laboratory (serologic) evidence of Rubella immunity NOTE: The diagnosis of rubella cannot be confirmed clinically. Other viral infections can cause similar symptoms and physical findings. Therefore, if you have not been vaccinated with live rubella vaccine, which was not available until 1969, and you believe you have had a natural infection with rubella virus, you must obtain a rubella antibody titer to verify the occurrence of the natural disease.

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IMMUNIZATION POLICY

e. Hepatitis B: Students can be considered compliant for Hepatitis B only if they have documentation of at least one of the following; 1. Official documentation of immunization with three (3) doses of hepatitis B vaccine in accordance with the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, prior to the start of direct patient care. 2. Laboratory (serologic) evidence of Hepatitis B immunity f. Varicella (Chicken Pox): Allied health students in certain specific departments must provide proof of varicella vaccination, a positive titer confirming immunity or evidence of prior infection, or validated history of disease. 1. Official documentation of two doses of varicella vaccine, administered on or after the first birthday, if given after 13 years of age. 2. Laboratory (serologic) evidence of Varicella immunity. 3. A written, dated statement documenting the month/day/year of Varicella illness validated by the student, the student’s parent or the student’s physician. g. Tuberculin Skin Test (TST, PPD): Students can be considered compliant for tuberculin testing only if they have documentation of at least one of the following (required annually); 1. Official documentation of negative Mantoux test. 2. Persons with positive TST result must provide official documentation of a negative chest x-ray report and a complete health care evaluation verifying a negative status for tuberculosis.

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CALENDER AND COURSE DESCRIPTION

MLS SCHOOL CALENDER AND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

· The school operates on a non-traditional term. We do not utilize the conventional academic calendar of quarters or semesters. The program is 2000 hour program offered in differing weeks of rotation through the various laboratory departments.

· The following holidays are observed and no classes are held: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day (last Monday in May) Independence Day (July 4) Labor Day (first Monday in September) Thanksgiving Day (fourth Thursday in November) Christmas Day

· The school reserves the right to amend the calendar. · The student clinical rotation schedule is 32 hours per week.

*The students are expected to attain 2000 hours during the year. The balance of the hours is from lectures during the first seven weeks of program, and from vacation and personal use as detailed in the Student Policy manual.

COURSE

CREDIT HOURS

ROTATION HOURS

STUDENT LAB HOURS

PHLEBOTOMY 1 9 8

IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY 9 288 72

CLINICAL CHEMISTRY 9 288 72

COAGULATION/URINALYSIS 4 128 32

HEMATOLOGY 8 256 64

MICROBIOLOGY 10 400 80

ISMR 4 80 80

CUMMULATIVE CREDIT/ ROTATION HOURS

45 *1,449 *408

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CALENDER AND COURSE DESCRIPTION

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE SECTIONAL ROTATIONS LECTURE SESSIONS: The first eight weeks of the program are spent in the classroom where the students are lectured from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. This is a total of 320 lecture hours. Lectures are given over the entire basic laboratory subject areas listed below. Additional lectures may be given during the clinical year on selected Fridays to supplement the basic techniques as the student becomes familiar with laboratory procedures. ORIENTATION/GENERAL INFORMATION: Hospital wide orientation is mandatory and is a two day process. It is usually scheduled for a Monday and Tuesday the week before the start date of the program. Approximately 20 lecture hours are spent on introduction to the hospital and laboratory policies, safety, equipment, quality assurance, quality control, education and management. PHLEBOTOMY One week of rotation through the phlebotomy department is required. The student observes the phlebotomists and learns to draw blood on a simulated arm. Once proficient, the student is required to perform a certain number of different types of blood draws under the supervision of a phlebotomist. CHEMISTRY: The chemistry requires an extensive learning of the instrumentation as it is most automated department. Nine weeks (360 clinical hours) are spent learning theories and significance of clinical chemistry results in areas such as electrolyte balance, blood gases, liver function, and kidney function, enzymology, hormones, vitamins, special chemistry tests, therapeutic drug monitoring and toxicology. IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY/BLOOD BANK: During the 8 weeks of clinical rotation (320 clinical hours) in blood bank the students learn about the history and theory of blood transfusion therapy, as well as practical applications such as ABO and Rh typing. Basic cross matching and antibody detection, in addition to techniques for mass processing blood and blood components and AABB Standards are also taught in detail in this rotation. HEMATOLOGY/ COAGUALTION/ URINALYSIS Nine weeks of clinical rotation (360 clinical hours) are required. Theories of blood formation and blood forming tissues as well as testing and instrument use are taught. Practical works include cell morphology, cell maturation, blood counts, and determinations on manual, semi-automated and automated systems, special hematology stains, and bone marrow. aspirations. The UA/Coag rotation includes learning about theories of coagulation and tests for the blood clotting process in coagulation and theories of anatomy and physiology of the kidney and the process of macro and micro urinalysis in testing urines.

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CALENDER AND COURSE DESCRIPTION

MICROBIOLOGY: Student spends the longest time in the Microbiology department requiring10 weeks of clinical rotation (400 clinical hours). This will include Virology, Parasitology, Mycology, Mycobacterium, and other pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria. Morphology, physiology, pathogenic significance and practical applications of morphology, as well as identification using differential media and antimicrobial sensitivities on these organisms will be covered in detail during this rotation. IMMUNOLOGY/SEROLOGY/MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS/RESEARCH: Four weeks of clinical rotation (160 hrs) embodies learning a variety of techniques that are not offered at United Regional laboratory. The learning process includes an introduction to the immune system, theories of humoral and cellular immunity, tumor makers, and the principles of serological procedures. These procedures include agglutination, precipitation, complement fixation, and fluorescent techniques. The students learn about testing processes such as RPR, HIV, Hepatitis and many more serology/immunology tests. Molecular diagnostic techniques such as DNA isolation/purification and gel analysis, protein electrophoresis, GC/MS etc. are learned. Each student will choose a topic of interest, research and then present it to the program. If performance in a department is not as expected, the time spent in that department will be increased depending upon the input of the department technologists. Grading System

Standards for Satisfactory Progress

One hundred percent attendance (with the exception of allowable absences) and completion of all tests at a 70% (80% if on scholarship) level is required for satisfactory progress. Grades and student evaluations are issued at the end of each rotation. Final grades are issued at the end of the one year of training as Alphabet grade and number of hours acquired. A maximum of 41 credit hours are awarded for the rotation which are divided into departments as follows.

Students must maintain a C (B, if on scholarship) and pass all department rotations in order to receive the certificate of completion from the program.

Grade Percentage

A 90-100

B 80-89

C 70-79

D Failed

I *Incomplete

W *Withdrawn

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LIST OF FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATTORES

List of Faculty and Administrators

Advisory Committee

Asma Javed Michelle Tarrant

Program Director Assistant Program Director/Faculty/Phlebotomy Coordinator Quality Assurance Officer

David Flack, MD Director of Pathology Laboratory

Dennis Reinke, MD Margaret Baer Thomas Clarkin Amber Meador

Staff Pathologist Hematology Supervisor Director of Laboratory Services POCT Coordinator

Pannala Reddy Dolores Zarnow

Microbiology Bench MLS Safety Officer

Yvonne Hearn, MD Laboratory Pathologist

LaRee Cowan Judy Harmon

Compliance Officer Administrative Assistant

Heather Hormel Benefits and Compensations Director

Susie Hargrove Juliet Spencer, PhD Kristen Donohoo Brandy Ellis Stacey Paryag MLS Debbie Flaming Michelle Wood Michelle Tarrant

Histology Technical Specialist Biology Professor/Chair, TWU Academic Advisor, TWU Academic Advisor, UNT Program Director, Comanche Hospital MLS School Academic Advisor, SWOSU Program Director, MLA program at WFISD MLS program Faculty/Assistant to Program Director

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2009-2011 GRADUATED CLASSES

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2012-2014 GRADUATED CLASSES

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2015-2017 GRADUATED CLASSES

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2018-2019 GRADUATED CLASSES & CURRENT CLASS