Clinical Experience 1 NMED 2190

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to achieve the following at a beginner* level:​

• Communicate and interact effectively with patients, the department staff, the healthcare team, and the BCIT Clinical Coordinator(s) in a professional and timely manner. (1.2.4, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.1.4, 2.2.3, 4.1.1)
• Demonstrate punctuality, accountability, and consistent attendance in a professional manner. (1.3.4)
• Follow safety principles in areas of patient care, patient handling, infection control, and radiation protection. (NM.1.1, NM.1.2, NM.1.3, NM.1.5, NM.1.7, NM.1.8)
• Ensure proper patient preparation, including study appropriateness and contraindications, and respond accordingly. (2.2.1, 2.2.2, 2.2.5, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, NM.7.1)
• Explain procedures clearly at an appropriate technical level to ensure patient understanding, cooperation and consent. (2.1.1, 2.1.3, 2.1.5, 2.1.6, 2.1.7, 2.1.8)
• Consistently position the patient and equipment to obtain optimal images using landmarks, relational anatomy, and patient condition. (4.3.2, NM.7.4)
• Select and perform appropriate protocols for acquisition and post-processing, including verifying that data is accurate and complete. (NM.7.6, NM.7.7, NM.8.2, NM.8.3)
• Safely administer or assist with radiopharmaceutical administration and pharmaceutical agents. (NM.6.1, NM.6.2, NM.6.3, NM.6.4, NM.7.5)
• Identify areas requiring improvement through self-reflection. (6.1.1, 6.1.2)
• Seek and implement feedback from technologists and clinical coordinator(s) in a professional and timely manner. (1.3.4, 2.1.9, 6.1.1, 6.2.2)
• Demonstrate respectful communication and unbiased patient care when interacting with people from diverse backgrounds. (1.5)

In addition to the above learning outcomes, the student will be able to demonstrate the following radiopharmacy skills at a beginner* level (if applicable):

• Follow established radiopharmacy protocols correctly and consistently.
• Select and dispense radiopharmaceutical doses safely within an acceptable time frame. (NM.4.9)
• Safely perform radiopharmaceutical kit reconstitution in accordance with department protocols. (NM.4.5)
• Perform accurate radiopharmaceutical QC to verify the safe release for patient use. (NM.4.6)
• Verify accuracy of all data entry in the radiopharmacy.
• Suggest and incorporate variations in radiopharmacy routine to adapt to schedule changes.
• Perform calculations correctly and consistently.
• Assess quantitative data for accuracy and validity.

*A beginner student starts to perform tasks under close supervision by a registered technologist. They will gradually develop their clinical skills, gain hands-on experience, and become familiar with the responsibilities and challenges of their environment. They will need guidance and multiple opportunities for practice to build confidence during this stage of their clinical education.

Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026