STANDARD PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CLINICAL TRAINING
FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS PROGRAMS
| 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 - Ability to hear and understand orders from a physician or supervising technologist. Ability to hear safety alarms and respond appropriately. |
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