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.
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Lift While
Standing |
Light to Moderate - Less than 50 pounds
- Frequent
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Lift While
Sitting |
Light - Under 25 pounds - Frequent
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Lift With
Assistance |
Heavy - Over 50 pounds (Patient
Transfer, etc.) - Occasionally/Frequently
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Pushing |
Heavy - Over 50 pounds - Frequent
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Pulling |
Heavy - Over 50 pounds - Frequent
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Reaching |
(Full Extension - Elbow Flexion) At shoulder level -
Occasional/Frequent
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Reaching |
(Full Extension - Elbow Flexion) Above shoulder level -
Occasional/Frequent
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Standing
for extended periods |
Frequent
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Standing
for extended periods with radiation protective device |
(CVT Invasive Track) - Frequent
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Sitting for prolonged periods |
Frequent
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Walking |
(Moderate distances within clinical environment) - Frequent
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Carrying |
Light to Moderate - Less than 50 pounds -
Occasional
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Bending |
Occasional
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Stooping |
Occasional
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Kneeling |
Occasional
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Turning |
Frequently
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Hand
Manipulation |
(Hand controls, simple grasping,
power grasping, fine manipulation) - Frequently
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Foot
Controls |
Frequent
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Visual
Requirements |
Ability to observe alarms,
indicators, patients and the public. Ability to recognize
and respond to safety issues.
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Auditory
Requirements |
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Ability to hear and understand
orders from a physician or supervising technologist.
Ability to hear safety alarms and respond appropriately.
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