MA 161 - Phlebotomy Internship

Credits: 2
Lecture Contact Hours: 1
Lab Contact Hours: 1
Off Site Contact Hours Without Faculty: 4

Description: The internship will be structured to provide students experience in performing the duties of a Phlebotomist and prepare the student to be eligible to take the certification exam with the National Center for Competency Testing.

Prerequisites: MA 115 with a minimum grade of 3.0 and completion within the last two months or consent of the department. HIT 104.
Corequisites: CIS 120 if not taken previously. MA 140 if not taken previously.
Recommended: None.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter, Spring, Fall
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Course Competencies

Communicate (verbally and nonverbally) effectively and appropriately in the workplace. (CORE ABILITY) (Assessed via proctor evaluation and/or daily journals)
Utilize basic anatomy and medical terminology accurately in charting and patient communication.
Perform laboratory procedures appropriate to specimen collection, handling and processing; utilizing and adhering to OSHA requirements such as MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and universal/standard precautions and institutional policies.
Interpret verbal and written lab orders correctly.
Provide patient care in a timely manner.
Apply professional and procedural judgment in making decisions under stressful and/or emergency conditions, emergent demands and a distracting environment.
Adhere to professional standards including but not limited to HIPAA, Schoolcraft College conduct guidelines and the policies and procedures of assigned clinical site/class/lab.
Apply professional behavior during personal and patient interactions.
Research job search strategies and career development for Phlebotomists.
Develop a resume and cover letter.