Course Title: Manage patient recordkeeping system
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: OFFC5348C
Course Title: Manage patient recordkeeping system
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.
Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4419 - Certificate IV in Dental Assisting (Dental Radiography)
Course Contact: Sue Fatone
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9341 1406
Course Contact Email: sue.fatone@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Shai Kennedy
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None.
Course Description
In this course you will learn skills and develop knowledge required to manage a patient recordkeeping system within a medical environment and to supervise others. It covers clarifying roles and responsibilities, managing the operation of a patient recordkeeping system, and reviewing and improving the system. This course does not cover the design of a new system, but does cover reviews and improvements to an existing system.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
BSBMED401 Manage patient recordkeeping system |
Element: |
1. Clarify how patient records system operates |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Access policies and procedures for patient records 1.2 Consult relevant personnel about how the system operates 1.3 Determine roles and responsibilities for the system operations 1.4 Communicate roles and responsibilities for system operations to relevant personnel |
Element: |
2. Manage operation of patient records system |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Supervise staff maintaining patient records 2.2 Provide staff maintaining patient records with training as required 2.3 Regularly consult staff using patient records about system efficacy 2.4 Maintain integrity of patient records 2.5 Maintain security of patient records 2.6 Stress importance of confidentiality of patient records to all staff, who handle or have access to patient files 2.7 Provide authorisation of transfer of records from the workplace according to policies and procedures 2.8 Archive records as appropriate |
Element: |
3. Review and improve patient records system |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Monitor and review implementation of the system to identify improvements 3.2 Make recommendations to relevant personnel for system improvements 3.3 Implement approved recommendations 3.4 Supervise staff maintaining patient records to implement changes 3.5 Plan and deliver any required training for staff to implement changes made to the system |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In this unit you complete the following learning activities:
- Online sessions via Collaborate
- Simulated workplace activities
- Online quizzes
- Self-directed learning on Canvas
- Workshops
- Independent knowledge-based work
- On the job training
Workplace delivery and/or assessment
In this course your knowledge and skills will be applied and assessed in a workplace context.
As part of this course, you are required to undertake 6 hours of supervised learning/assessment in your chosen industry area, gaining invaluable experience and industry contacts.
Teaching Schedule
Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of teachers, speakers and resources
|
Week 1 Session 1 & 2 |
23/08/2022 |
AM Theory Classes - Online:
PM Theory Classes - Online:
|
BSBMED401 Assessments: AT 1 - Knowledge Assessment AT 2 - Role play, Pamphlet & Training AT 3 - Role play & Reflection
Workplace activities - familiarise self with own practice policies and procedures
|
|
Week 2 Session 3 & 4 |
23/08/2022 |
AM Theory Classes - Online:
PM Theory Classes - Online:
|
Continue to research and work on: AT 1 - Knowledge Assessment -
|
|
Week 3 Session 5 & 6 |
19/09/2022 |
AM & PM - BSBMED401 - Practical Session at RMIT: Review and improve patient recordkeeping system Part A: Staff meeting Role play Part B: Records Management Pamphlet Part C: Training Session
|
AT 2 - Role play, Pamphlet & Training
Continue to research and work on: AT 1 - Knowledge Assessment -
|
|
Week 4 Session 7 & 8 |
26/09/2022 |
BSBMED401 - Practical Session at RMIT: Implement new and improve patient recordkeeping system & reflection Part A - Role play - staff supervision & training Part B - Reflection - Short answer questions |
AT 3 - Role play & Reflection
Continue to research and work on: AT 1 - Knowledge Assessment
|
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral presentations, and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria and due date.
AT1 Knowledge Assessment
This assessment comprises of 11 short answer questions
AT2 Practical Assessment (Role play, pamphlet and training)
This assessment comprises of 3 parts
- Part A – Staff meeting role play
- Part B – Records management pamphlet
- Part C – Training session
AT3 Practical Assessment (Role play, pamphlet and training)
This assessment comprises of 3 parts
- Part A – Role play
- Part B – Short answer questions
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include two projects and presentation of a folio to a panel of industry experts. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Other Information
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
You attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
Course Overview: Access Course Overview