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2. Communication/Behavioral: Communicate in English, both verbally and in writing in
a clear and concise manner in order to transmit
information to the patient, all members of the healthcare
team, and to individuals in various departments.
Students and technologists must be able to assess non-
verbal communication. In addition, it is essential that the
student be able to write both legibly and quickly in order
to document on charts and patient requests. Reading
skills are essential for reading physician orders, and
understanding departmental and hospital policies.

3. Fine Motor/Movement: Lift fifty (50) pounds of weight. Move immobile
patients from stretcher to imaging table with assistance
from departmental personnel. Utilize computer
keyboard, mouse and monitor in order to input and
manipulate clinical data. Possess all skills necessary to
carry out diagnostic procedures, manipulate clinical
data. Perform phlebotomy safely and accurately.

4. Locomotion: Possess the ability to move freely from one location to
another by use of both legs in physical settings of the
department, patient room, elevator, and stairway in order
to perform duties and respond quickly to life-threatening
emergencies in the clinical area. Push standard
wheelchair and stretcher. Must be capable of standing
for a minimum of 8 (eight) hours per day.

5. Intellectual/Conceptual: Possess the emotional health required for full utilization
of intellectual abilities. Recognize emergency situations
and take appropriate actions. Understand and apply
clinical instructions given from department personnel in
order to effectively carry out diagnostic procedures.

6. Safety Must be able to adhere to organizational policies to
maintain safety in the environment for the patient, self,
and others.

Academics

Academic Progress
The school utilizes a grading system to signify student progression through the program of study.
A final letter grade is assigned for each course and practicum completed. The letter grade has a
corresponding rating that denotes the quality of student learning. A percent range is used to
determine the letter grade. Value points are used to calculate the Grade Point Average (GPA) and
for other purposes, such as honors awards at commencement and scholarship awards by Baptist
Health Foundation and others.

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