Student Handbook 2013 - Merced College

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Overview of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program The Sonography Program is a full-time, 18 month allied vocational health program. The purpose of the program is to provide didactic education and practical experience as preparation for employment as a sonographer in a medical imaging facility. The program is divided into two components: (a) didactic with laboratory, and (b) clinical education. Graduates of the program are awarded a Certificate of Achievement in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and are eligible to sit for the SPI, ABD, and OB-GYN American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography board examinations. The didactic portion of the program facilitates learning in the following areas: General Sonography: Abdomen, OB-GYN, Superficial Structures, and an introduction to vascular technology. The basic on-campus scanning procedures required are included within this handbook. Continued programmatic eligibility: the student must complete all didactic and laboratory courses sequentially in conjunction with completing the entire clinical education component. 1
I. Introduction A. Welcome Welcome to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program! It is my pleasure, as the Director, to congratulate you on your acceptance to the program, and to wish you success in your newly chosen health career. As a student in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, you represent Merced College and the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. The highest ethical and professional standards of conduct will be expected of you at all times. My responsibility is to direct and facilitate your educational experience with a final outcome: the privilege to write RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) after your name. You are responsible for learning the material (reading; studying; practicing in open lab; attending class, lab and clinic); time management, professional behavior, and enjoying every aspect of personal development in this exciting career. The program requires 18 consecutive months as a full-time student to complete. The Sonography Program is rigorous and fast-paced. The curriculum consists of lecture, collaboration, laboratory, library research, homework, individual and group projects, diagnostic-quality sonographic image creation, portfolio creation, and practical clinical experience. Professorially directed laboratory sections are held on campus in the Sonography Scanning Suite by means of hands-on live scanning, and simulation scanning. Clinical practicum consists of four (4) rotations at our affiliated hospitals and clinics under the guidance and direction of credentialed sonographers, hospital/clinical managers, and board certified Radiologists/Sonologists. The clinical component requires 100% clinical attendance. Success in the clinical arena requires excellent patient care and communication skills, your ability to function as a team member, sonographic performance, and professional interaction with our clinical personnel. Your total commitment to the program is a major component to your successful completion of the program and becoming an erudite sonographer. The secret to success in the clinical arena: remember the clinical experience is a full-time interview. B. Purpose of Handbook This handbook is designed to serve as an informational guide to assist in the orientation of new students and to clarify policies and procedures governing your actions and practices while a student in the program. This handbook is designed to be utilized as a supplement to the Merced College Catalog and the Clinical Competency Handbook. It is expected that the students will be familiar with the following information. Students are expected to comply with the policies and procedures contained within this handbook throughout their educational experience. Whenever possible, data from the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS), the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM), the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) has been included. Document inclusion consists of data approved for reprinting or includes reference documentation. The DMS student is encouraged to read this document carefully, and to place in an accessible location. This document will serve as your primary programmatic reference 2
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Appendix A: Merced College Allied H
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Instructions: Merced College Allied
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APPENDIX F: Diagnostic Medical Sono
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6. Location of Student Assignment:
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