The CT technologists at the clinical affiliates will act as the students' immediate supervisors. Any problems with the clinical schedule or rotation should be discussed with the Dean or Clinical Coordinator. The Dean, Clinical Coordinator, and clinical staff are available as resources in the event of a problem in the clinical area. The CT Technologist determines the level of supervision required for each student following the direct and indirect supervision guidelines below. Regardless of the level of supervision, all student images must be approved by a technologist before the patient leaves the medical imaging department. The technologist may take over the exam at any point if they think it is in the best interest of the patient.
Direct supervision: A CT technologist must be in the same room as the student. The technologist must be able to observe the student at all times and assist or intercede immediately in the CT examination if, in the opinion of the technologist, the examination is being performed improperly or the continuation of the exam will be potentially harmful to the patient or student.
Students must be under direct supervision when performing the following CT examinations:
- Exams before successful documentation of clinical competency
- Exams being performed for verification of clinical experience
- Repeat examination
- Exams involving the use of iodinated contrast media
- Critical care examinations
Indirect Supervision: A CT technologist must be in the adjacent area, within shouting distance of the student. The technologist must be able to free themselves from any other responsibilities to offer immediate consultation or direct supervision to a student who, after re-evaluation of the tasks involved in the CT examination, requires additional assistance.
Students are permitted to perform radiographic examinations under indirect supervision if:
- The exam is not restricted by the preceding paragraph dealing with direct supervision,
- The student has passed a clinical competency evaluation on the exam,
- The exam is not being performed for verification of clinical experience, and
- The patient's condition is non-critical.