Objectives Describe how a student project can provide value to the clinic Describe the process and players involved Provide examples of student projects to stimulate brainstorming ideas that would be pertinent at the clinical site and add value to the student experience ID: 1045914
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1. Student Projects for the Clinic
2. ObjectivesDescribe how a student project can provide value to the clinicDescribe the process and players involvedProvide examples of student projects to stimulate brainstorming ideas that would be pertinent at the clinical site and add value to the student experience
3. Value to the Student and the ClinicCan start &/or finish those projects the staff hasn’t had time to completeProvides the student with opportunities to:demonstrate initiative and accountabilityunderstand the role of a PT as a team member understand the role of a PT in quality improvement/quality controldevelop an understanding of administrative/managerial areasAllows the student to share their knowledge with the staff & develop presentation skills in some instances
4. Who are the players in the process?StudentSite Project LiaisonSuggested to be different from CI to offload their work & time involvementCan function for multiple students at site simultaneouslyAllows student to work with additional staff members
5. ResponsibilitiesProject LiaisonProvides & discusses project optionsOffers guidance and resources as neededProvides timelineClearly communicates what the project outcome should beStudentCompletes projectCommunicates with Project Liaison & seeks resources as needed
6. Project SelectionConsider the timeline for completion (# of weeks to complete) Set weekly, attainable project goals/checkpointsClinically relevant to the student’s patient populationConsider all aspects of PT practice (patient care, documentation, reimbursement, skill or equipment competency, community outreach or marketing, PTA/tech supervision, standards of care, student management, clinical research, etc)
7. The Idea ListHave a standing document in the departmentAnyone can add an idea to the listReview it at staff meetings for appropriatenessAllow the student to choose from list or present/develop his or her own idea based on observations of the unit and how it functions
8. InservicesTraditional way of students contributing to clinicAppropriate for EBP knowledge dissemination, literature search strategies, etc.Only one of many options for student projects
9. Topic AreasCoding/Billing proceduresPolicies & ProceduresStaff recruitment/retentionPatient satisfaction assessmentJob descriptionsFacility accreditationBudgeting/financeRisk managementSupervision/delegation of support staffQuality improvement/controlMedicare complianceMarketingDocumentation reviewsInventory trackingProgram developmentProductivity assessmentOutcomes assessmentStudent orientation & experiencesForms
10. Project ExamplesDevelopment of a customer service satisfaction surveyStart a journal clubApps & technology uses in the clinic (HEP with digital photos, eg)Program development &/or promotional materialsHEP form developmentQuick reference forms for equipmentPsychometric properties of common tests & measuresImplementation of outcomes measures in the clinical settingCSIF form completionForm or content development Skill competenciesEquipment competenciesPrognostic indicators in various practice settingsInservices (topics such as: APTA shift to ICF model language, EBP on areas of practice, etc)Skills fairs for other disciplines (transfer & gait training for CNAs/RNs)Development of patient education materials
11. The Win-WinProject must be interesting & relevant to the student so that you get his/her best effortIt must fit a clear need in the clinic (Utility)Project Liaison must be available for weekly consultation & provide objective feedback to the student throughout the project