Expected Competencies of the CLS Graduate at UTMB

Competencies in which the graduate should be productive with the usual orientation provided a new employee:

Performs analyses on body cells, fluids and products by manual and automated methodology
Assumes full accountability for the consequences of his/her actions and test results
Organizes work effectively and maintains accurate records
Demonstrates an attitude of cooperation and concern in interpersonal relationships with patients and health care personnel
Recognizes the necessity for effective communication with patients, health care personnel and the public

Competencies in which the graduates should be productive with minimal direction and experiences:

Applies the laws and principles of basic sciences to clinical laboratory practice
Utilizes ethical and legal behavior appropriate for delivery of health care
Utilizes quality control to evaluate the validity and reliability of test results

Competencies in which the graduate should be productive with moderate direction and experiences:

Correlates laboratory data and recognizes when a problem exists. Identifies the nature of the problem (instrumentation, reagents, controls, personnel, etc.) and selects appropriate actions for resolution
Determines the significance of data generated through an understanding of physiologic function, principles, techniques, and methods related to clinical laboratory practice
Continues learning to enhance personal competency and impart knowledge to others

Competencies in which the graduate should be productive with moderate direction and experiences with additional education:

Applies basic management principles of planning, organizing directing and controlling personnel, data, space, equipment and moneys associated with the clinical laboratory
Plans, prepares, teaches and evaluates instructional materials for laboratory personnel