MRS455 Diagnostic Radiography Residency (64)

This subject is a capstone residency that consolidates learning (knowledge and skills) across the entire degree into practice based capabilities. The subject formalises the learning, development and assessment of MRPBA defined capabilities as the minimum standards for general registration with AHPRA. The residency is underpinned by professional practice in diagnostic radiography in the clinical setting (1 x 18 week plus 1 x 15 week and 7.5 hour days = 1200 hours).

Students further hone their clinical skills to demonstrate work ready capabilities with appropriate professional and ethical conduct to care and advocacy for their patients. Students refine existing communication skills, demonstrating cultural sensitivity with both staff and patients within a range of contexts, enabling safe working environments. Students apply their decision making skills and critical thinking in general practice of medical radiation science, specifically in diagnostic radiography, and demonstrate required radiation safety and risk management capability.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2022.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences

Enrolment Restrictions

Restricted to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography).
Not available to students who have successfully completed MRS452.

Prerequisites

MRS120 and MRS121 and PHY107 and PHY115 and BMS191 and BMS192 and SOC108 and IKC100 and MRS204 and ( MRS212 or MRS213 ) and ( MRS275 or MRS276 ) and MRS371 and MRS367 and ( MRS342 or MRS343 ) and MRS333

Subject Relationships

MRS452 Replaced by MRS455.
MRS490 - Related.

Incompatible Subjects

MRS452, MRS490

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to explain and implement professional practice with specific reference to applying anatomy, physiology and pathology, applying the principles of physics and instrumentation, utilising patient information management systems, determining appropriate procedures, patient assessment and due diligence, deliver appropriate care, and manage / manipulate 3D datasets (MRPBA Domain 1 and 1A);
  • be able to describe and apply principles of practice in diagnostic radiography, with specific reference to implementing fluoroscopy in a range of settings, explaining the principles and clinical applications of angiography and interventional techniques, and explaining the principles of mammographic imaging within the clinical context (MRPBA Domain 1 and 1A);
  • be able to describe and apply the principles of radiation safety and risk management with specific reference to safe radiation practice, protecting/enhancing patient safety, ensuring safe operation of equipment, maintain safety of self and others and safely managing radiation and radioactivity (MRPBA Domain 5);
  • be able to explain and apply the principles of evidence-based practice and professional learning with specific reference to critical and reflective thinking to resolve clinical challenges and identifying professional learning needs / life-long learning (MRPBA Domain 4);
  • be able to demonstrate communication and collaboration skills with specific reference to clear, sensitive, effective and culturally appropriate communication to support culturally safe environments, and collaborating with other health practitioners (MRPBA Domain 3);
  • be able to identify, explain and implement non-discriminatory, professional and ethical conduct with specific reference to practising in an ethical, professional and legal manner, providing appropriate care, assuming accountability and responsibility, and patient advocacy (MRPBA Domain 2);
  • be able to manage and adapt to limitations and restrictions in the use of techniques and devices for reproducibility of procedures concerning patient condition and presentation (MRPBA Domain 1.6a);
  • be able to ascertain the suitability and application of a proposed medical radiation examination/treatment, to recognise when an alternative pathway may be more appropriate, and make suitable recommendations to other members of the healthcare team (MRPBA Domain 2.4c, 3.2d and 4.1d);
  • be able to recognise near misses and their consequences, adverse events, and relevant contributing factors, and report on these in a timely and appropriate manner (MRPBA Domain 5.1g);
  • be able to prepare patients and delivery systems for fluoroscopy and angiography examinations, including positioning patient for best diagnostic outcomes, checking for contrast contraindications, and loading delivery devices using aseptic technique (MRPBA Domain 1A.2c and g);
  • be able to apply knowledge of medical equipment and prostheses used in the angiography and operating theatre setting, collaborating in the design of fluoroscopy and angiography protocols (MRPBA Domain 1A.2h and i) ;
  • be able to recognise the need for appropriate decisions about the care of patients before, during, and after the examination/treatment. (MRPBA Domain 1.7d; 2.3a); and
  • be able to understand the processes of peer assessment, standard setting, mentorship, and developmental support to other members of the healthcare team. (MRPBA Domain 2.5a).

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Clinical internship:
  • Clinical block (1 x 18 week, 1 x 15 week)
  • Reflection
  • Professionalism
  • Global citizenship, ethics and law
  • Sustainability, social and environmental justice
  • Radiation safety
  • Quality assurance
  • Patient care and communication
  • WHS
  • Technical competence
  • Reflective practice

Workplace Learning

This subject contains a 165 days Compulsory Workplace Learning component.

Students undertake 2 blocks of clinical placement, 1 x 18 weeks and 1 x 15 weeks (of 7.5 hour days, 5 days per week for 33 weeks) at approved clinical sites mapped with AHPRA.

Special Resources

Students attending compulsory workplace learning placements are responsible for all associated travel, accommodation and required resources.

Students undertake 2 blocks of clinical placement, 1 x 18 weeks and 1 x 15 weeks which require students to undertake travel at their own expense (including travel, accommodation and uniforms). Students may be eligible for a number of scholarships available from clinical sites.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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