Clinical Clearance Requirements

In preparation for clinical rotations, students must follow the guidelines outlined below. Students should also refer to the Clinical Clearance Canvas course for specific details on each of the items below and are encouraged to reach out to the Clinical Coordinator with specific questions and/or concerns. Clinical affiliates are becoming more stringent regarding health clearance documentation, and the absence of required documentation could delay or prohibit clinical placement.  Failure to meet clinical clearance deadlines could jeopardize your ability to enroll in clinical courses.

Week 1 - Due by Saturday 11:59 PM

1. Government-issued photo identification (i.e., passport, driver license, etc.)
2. Proof of health insurance
3. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination

Week 7 - Due by Saturday 11:59 PM

1. Completed student and healthcare provider health forms
2. Lab work, including applicable titers

Week 10 - Due by Saturday 11:59 PM

1. Basic Life Support BLS card (must be current for entire length of clinical rotation(s))
2. Proof of flu vaccination (seasonal)
3. Proof of FIT testing (details regarding testing will be provided)
4. Proof of malpractice insurance

 Week TBD by Clinical Coordinator in collaboration with clinical sites - Due by Saturday 11:59 PM

1. Urine drug screening
2. Background check (details regarding this will be provided)

Students who fail to submit health forms in their totality by the established due dates will be withdrawn from the clinical course and a course designation of WF will be assigned. All students are encouraged to retain copies of all documentation presented to the Clinical Coordinator. The Surgical Technology/Surgical Processing Department reserves the right to make administrative changes to clinical placements as necessary.