The following are the Standard Physical Requirements for working in the clinical environment as a student in the Health Professions Programs at Grossmont College. These requirements were established as a result of a survey of clinical affiliates that provide training to Health Professions students. If you cannot meet these requirements, please contact the appropriate office to discuss the matter.
Lift While Standing: Light to Moderate - Less than 50 pounds - Frequent
Lift While Sitting: Light - Under 25 pounds - Frequent
Lift With Assistance: Heavy - Over 50 pounds (Patient Transfer, etc.) - Occasionally/Frequently
Pushing: Heavy - Over 50 pounds - Frequent
Pulling: Heavy - Over 50 pounds - Frequent
Reaching: (Full Extension - Elbow Flexion) At shoulder level - Occasional/Frequent
Standing for extended periods: Frequent
Standing for extended periods with radiation protective device: (CVT Invasive Track) - Frequent
Sitting for prolonged periods: Frequent
Walking: (Moderate distances within clinical environment) - Frequent
Carrying: Light to Moderate - Less than 50 pounds - Occasional
Bending: Occasional
Stooping: Occasional
Kneeling: Occasional
Turning: Frequently
Hand Manipulation: (Hand controls, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation) - Frequently
Foot Controls: Frequent
Visual Requirements: Ability to observe alarms, indicators, patients and the public. Ability to recognize and respond to safety issues
Auditory Requirements: Ability to hear and understand orders from a physician or supervising technologist. Ability to hear safety alarms and respond appropriately
A candidate for graduation from the CVT Program must demonstrate the skills and abilities required to function as a CVT and provide for patient safety. These skills and abilities have been defined by the national credentialing organization CCI. The following is a representative list of these essential skills, with or without accommodation, expected of students enrolled in the Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program.
I. Communication Skills
Effective, legibly written communication. For example:
Basic computer skills. For example:
II. Conceptual and Analytical Reasoning
III. Social Skills
IV. Manual Dexterity and Motor Skills
V. Other Physical Skills
VI. Observation and Sensory Skills
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