Objective of Clinical Rotations

Peripheral Observation:

• Learn patient interaction from a variety of practitioners
• Gain experience in various diagnoses’ presentations
• Learn strategy development plans
• Learn measuring/molding techniques
• Learn chart documentation
• Learn “L” coding procedure
• Learn work order completion procedure
• Become comfortable in patient setting
• Learn functions of a clinic
• Maintain fitting/molding room in working order

Direct Supervision:

• Gain confidence/familiarity/skill in measuring technique
• Gain confidence/familiarity/skill in casting technique
• Gain confidence/familiarity/skill in modifying techniques
• Gain confidence/familiarity/skill in communicating with patients
• Gain confidences/ familiarity/skill in interpreting prescriptions/diagnoses
• Gain proper charting techniques
• Learn proper “L” codes and their use
• Learn insurance verification/coverage policy and procedures
• Learn communication techniques between clinician and technician

Indirect Supervision/Credentialed Orthotist/Prosthetist:

• Gain independence in measuring/casting/modifying techniques
• Improve patient communication skills
• Exhibit skill in prescription interpretation
• Exhibit skill following NOPCO policy and procedures of charting techniques
• Exhibit confidence in providing direct patient care
• Exhibit ability to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Be a positive, functional member of the clinical team