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# If improvement is shown the student may either be removed from probation or probation may be continued for a defined time.
# If improvement is shown the student may either be removed from probation or probation may be continued for a defined time.
# If the behavior is noted again at any time during the remainder of the program, the student will immediately receive a failing grade for the course and be recommended for dismissal.
# If the behavior is noted again at any time during the remainder of the program, the student will immediately receive a failing grade for the course and be recommended for dismissal.
=== Student Grievance ===
'''Purpose:''' The RSTE Division strives to promote an educational environment that values fair and equitable treatment among students, faculty, and staff.  Despite this goal, differences among individuals may occasionally lead to conflicting circumstances that require a process for resolution to take place.  The purpose of the Student Grievance Policy is to provide a framework to effectively resolve any justified complaint or grievance without retaliation. 
'''Examples or Types of Grievances (but not limited to):'''
* Acts or threats of intimidation
* Acts or threats of physical aggression
* Acts of bias or unfair treatment by a fellow student, faculty or staff member which adversely effects the learning process
* Violation of student rights and responsibilities
'''Procedure:'''
# Informal Process - Ideally, grievances can be resolved informally among the parties involved. Therefore, before a formal grievance process takes place, the student is encouraged to meet with the individual whose behavior warranted the grievance. If this action is not feasible, the student should contact the program director for possible resolution. A final option for informal resolution is to utilize an Ombudsperson. The Ombudsperson identified for students on the UNMC campus is located in the Student Counseling Department. The informal meeting must take place within two weeks of the occurrence that caused the grievance.
# Formal Process- If the student is not satisfied with the results of the informal process, or an informal resolution is not possible then he/she should initiate the formal process within 30 days of the occurrence.
## A formal statement of the grievance must be presented in writing to the RSTE Division Associate Director within the timeframe specified.  (If the Associate Director is the individual involved, then the formal statement should be submitted to the Dean of the College of Allied Health Professions). The formal statement must include the following items:
### Full name, address, and telephone number of the person(s) making the charge;
### Full name of each person being charged, location of employment, and work telephone number;
### A concise and factual description of the specific incident(s) surrounding the grievance violation (the description should include a timeline of events);
### A proposed resolution
## The Associate Director (or Dean, if applicable) will review the facts surrounding the grievance. If there is justified evidence that a grievance exists, then the grievance will be forwarded to the CAHP Student Grievance Committee.
## Within two weeks after receiving the alleged grievance, the committee members will review the statement, convene to discuss the issues at hand, hear testimony, and consider all other facts pertaining to the grievance. 
## Both parties will have the right to present testimony, evidence, and witnesses.  Each party shall have the right to seek legal counsel in the preparation of statements concerning the grievance; however, they may not be represented by counsel in discussions with the committee. Each party shall have the right to hear all testimony surrounding the grievance. The hearing will be closed to the public.
## In all proceedings where the complaint touches upon questions of policies, rules and regulations, the CAHP Student Grievance Committee shall be guided by written policies, rules and regulations. The committee will make a decision on the grievance charge after reviewing all facts, testimony, and documentation. The committee’s decision or resolution will be made within two weeks following the hearing.  Both parties involved will be notified of the decision in writing. A summary record of the proceedings will be maintained in a confidential file. 
The student may appeal the decision of the Student Grievance Committee, to the Office of the Dean. The Dean will review all documents surrounding the grievance, and make a decision within two weeks of receiving the appeal. Both parties involved will be notified of the decision in writing. The decision by the Dean will be final.


=== Clinical Compliance ===
=== Clinical Compliance ===
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==== Equipment Use and Operation ====  
==== Equipment Use and Operation ====  
The professions in Radiation Science Technology employ the use of highly specialized equipment. Any equipment failure or equipment that is not in proper working order must be reported immediately to the technical supervisor. Do not place any calls to equipment representatives. Do not attempt to repair.
The professions in Radiation Science Technology employ the use of highly specialized equipment. Any equipment failure or equipment that is not in proper working order must be reported immediately to the clinical supervisor. Do not place any calls to equipment representatives. Do not attempt to repair.


==== Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Plan for Students ====
==== Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Plan for Students ====
Campus Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure (on and off campus): Students must call the Medical Communication Center at 402-559-6824 or the OUCH pager at 402-888-6824 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) ASAP and report to the nearest emergency room for appropriate blood borne pathogen procedures. On the next work day, please call the Student Health office at 402-559-5158 with information regarding your ER visit.
Campus Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure (on and off campus): Students must call the Medical Communication Center at 402-559-6824 or the OUCH pager at 402-888-6824 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) ASAP and report to the nearest emergency room for appropriate blood borne pathogen procedures. On the next work day, please call the Student Health office at 402-559-5158 with information regarding your ED visit.


==== Radiation Protection ====
==== Radiation Protection ====
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# The spread of any accidental contamination from radioactive materials will be decreased by frequent personnel monitoring and hand washing.
# The spread of any accidental contamination from radioactive materials will be decreased by frequent personnel monitoring and hand washing.
# Radiopharmaceuticals must be kept in lead shields until placed in a syringe shield for injection into the patient (Nuclear Medicine Technology).
# Radiopharmaceuticals must be kept in lead shields until placed in a syringe shield for injection into the patient (Nuclear Medicine Technology).
# Radiation exposure is measured by personnel monitoring device; therefore, they must be worn at all times within the department. Personnel monitoring devices are to be worn at the collar. It is the student’s responsibility to exchange badges on a quarterly basis with person designated by the RSO for each program.
# Radiation exposure is measured by personnel monitoring device; therefore, they must be worn at all times within the department. Personnel monitoring devices are to be worn at the collar. '''It is the student’s responsibility to exchange badges on a quarterly basis with person designated by the RSO for each program.'''
# If your personnel monitoring device is lost or left where it can be exposed unknowingly, contact the respective program director immediately.
# If your personnel monitoring device is lost or left where it can be exposed unknowingly, contact the respective program director immediately.
# In accordance with the philosophy of keeping exposures ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), the Radiation Safety Office has established levels at which the dosimetry company will provide immediate notification of a higher than normal reading. These notification levels are presently as follows:
# In accordance with the philosophy of keeping exposures ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), the Radiation Safety Office has established levels at which the dosimetry company will provide immediate notification of a higher than normal reading. These notification levels are presently as follows:
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# A student may also voluntarily withdraw their declaration of pregnancy at any time. (See [[:File:Unmc-declaration-of-pregnancy.pdf|form]].) 
# A student may also voluntarily withdraw their declaration of pregnancy at any time. (See [[:File:Unmc-declaration-of-pregnancy.pdf|form]].) 


==== RSTE Dress Code Policy ====
=== MITS Dress Code Policy ===
All students will dress in a professional manner, appropriate for the situation and according to the following guidelines:  
All students will dress in a professional manner, appropriate to the situation and according to the following guidelines:
# Students assigned to a surgery rotation will follow the surgical dress code policy of the clinical facility in which he or she is rotating. Surgical scrub tops should be tucked into pants to maintain sterile field.
## Students are to wear from home their uniform or proper street clothing and then change into clean scrubs after they arrive at the hospital/clinic. At the end of the shift, the students are to change back into their uniform or proper street clothing.
## All scrub clothing provided by the hospital/clinic may not be removed from the property. Scrubs must not be worn outside of the hospital/clinic buildings.
# A solid white or gray shirt may be worn under the scrub top and must be tucked into the scrub pant. No long sleeve shirts are allowed in IR or cath lab.
# Simple earring jewelry may be worn with the uniform. No hand jewelry allowed for infection prevention.
## Visible piercings and transdermal implants must be removed or covered except ear piercings.
## Ear gauges must be plugged with flesh colored plugs while in clinic.
## Earrings must be small and not touching the neck.
## Bandanas are not permitted.
# Visible tattoos that are larger than 2”x2” or clearly offensive, including but not limited to hateful, violent, profane and/or nudity, must be completely covered.
# Flat, enclosed-toe, neutral colored shoes are acceptable. Socks must be worn at all times.
# Proper UNMC photo ID and personnel monitoring devices must be worn at all times. The ID must be visible at all times to identify student status.


# RSTE students will wear navy scrubs (exception is for Grand Island students where pewter colored scrubs will be required), with or without a navy (pewter for Grand Island) or white lab jacket. The uniform top will be embroidered with the UNMC logo and the “Radiation Sciences” division name. All uniforms must be purchased from the UNMC bookstore.
# A solid white or gray shirt may be worn under the scrub top and must be tucked into the scrub pant.
# Flat, enclosed-toe, neutral colored shoes are acceptable. Socks must be worn at all times.
# Proper UNMC photo ID and personnel monitoring devices must be worn at all times. The ID must be visible at all times to identify student status.
# Simple jewelry may be worn with the uniform, i.e., small earrings, wedding rings, and watches.
# Students assigned to a surgery rotation will follow the surgical dress code policy of the clinical facility in which he or she is rotating.
Students are held responsible for their appearance and will be dismissed from clinic if inappropriately attired, groomed, or adorned per faculty standards. (Ex: artificial fingernails are not allowed, hair worn longer than shoulder length must be pulled back, etc.). If a student is sent home from clinic due to a dress code violation, the amount of time missed from clinic will be deducted from the student comp time allotment.  
Students are held responsible for their appearance and will be dismissed from clinic if inappropriately attired, groomed, or adorned per faculty standards. (Ex: artificial fingernails are not allowed, hair worn longer than shoulder length must be pulled back, etc.). If a student is sent home from clinic due to a dress code violation, the amount of time missed from clinic will be deducted from the student comp time allotment.  


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# Personal phone calls during clinic hours must be kept to a minimum.  
# Personal phone calls during clinic hours must be kept to a minimum.  
# No personal long distance calls are permitted on department telephones.
# No personal long distance calls are permitted on department telephones.
# Personal technology such as iPods and cell phones may not be carried or used during clinic or class. Technology used for educational purposes may be used as approved by class instructors.
# Personal technology such as cell phones may not be carried or used during clinic or class. Technology used for educational purposes may be used as approved by class instructors.
# Computer use is permitted for the purpose of academic endeavors only with supervisor approval.
# Computer use is permitted for the purpose of academic endeavors only with supervisor approval.


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==== Personal Time ====  
==== Personal Time ====  


Students enrolled in the Division of RSTE are given 16 hours of leave time for personal affairs each semester. It is intended to provide necessary time for planned or unplanned events without jeopardizing the student’s attendance record. Regarding the use of student leave time, the following guidelines must be followed:
Students enrolled in the Department of MITS are given 16 hours of leave time for personal affairs each semester. It is intended to provide necessary time for planned or unplanned events without jeopardizing the student’s attendance record. Regarding the use of student leave time, the following guidelines must be followed:


# Unused time allotted is not transferrable to a successive semester.
# Unused time allotted is not transferable to a successive semester.
# Allotted hours may be used for such things as illness, funerals, medical and dental appointments, job interviews, or vacations.
# Allotted hours may be used for such things as illness, funerals, medical and dental appointments, job interviews, or vacations.
# All leave time for reasons other than illness must have prior approval of the program director.
# All leave time for reasons other than illness must have prior approval of the program director.
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# It is recommended that suspected and confirmed pregnancy be reported to the program director. Time lost due to pregnancy must be made up according to the decision of the program director based on the Radiation Protection and Pregnancy Policies contained in this document.  
# It is recommended that suspected and confirmed pregnancy be reported to the program director. Time lost due to pregnancy must be made up according to the decision of the program director based on the Radiation Protection and Pregnancy Policies contained in this document.  
# Full time students may request up to 5 days of funeral/bereavement leave in the event of a death of an immediate family member. Documentation may need to be provided upon request.  
# Full time students may request up to 5 days of funeral/bereavement leave in the event of a death of an immediate family member. Documentation may need to be provided upon request.  
 
# Students may voluntarily choose to spend additional authorized time participating in clinic procedures over and above their scheduled hours as long as the student continues to perform in the student capacity, including direct supervision and holding only student clinical responsibilities. No compensation time will be given.  
==== Compensation Time Guide ====
 
Provision of compensation time is intended to ensure fair, uniform, and impartial treatment for all students. Students may voluntarily choose to spend additional authorized time participating in clinic procedures over and above their scheduled hours as long as the student continues to perform in the student capacity, including direct supervision and holding only student clinical responsibilities.  


==== Personal time for professional meetings ====
==== Personal time for professional meetings ====


The RSTE Division supports participation in professional organizations relevant to the student’s professional growth and development. Therefore, students may qualify for time for documented attendance and involvement in these activities. See program director for more information.
The MITS Department supports participation in professional organizations relevant to the student’s professional growth and development. Therefore, students may qualify for time for documented attendance and involvement in these activities. See program director for more information.


=== Student Employment Guidelines ===  
=== Student Employment Guidelines ===  
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=== Personal Property ===
=== Personal Property ===
UNMC, the Nebraska Medical Center, and the Department of Radiology or Radiation Oncology or your respective programs are not responsible for your valuable possessions. All valuables and money should be monitored closely by each individual.  
UNMC, Nebraska Medicine, and the Department of Radiology or Radiation Oncology or your respective programs are not responsible for your valuable possessions. All valuables and money should be monitored closely by each individual.  


=== Policy for Authorship of Student/Scientific Papers and/or Presentations ===
=== Policy for Authorship of Student/Scientific Papers and/or Presentations ===
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=== Dean’s List Policy ===
=== Dean’s List Policy ===
The Dean of the College of Allied Health Professions (CAHP) will recognize students’ outstanding academic achievement for full-time study by placing students on the Associate Dean's List each semester. Criteria for the Dean’s List are as follows:
The Dean's List policy is in the [[Academic_Policies_and_Procedures]] section 1.15.
 
# Only degree-seeking undergraduate students enrolled in the College of Allied Health Professions for twelve or more hours any one semester are eligible for the Associate Dean's List.
# The University of Nebraska Medical Center grade point average for the semester must be 3.75 or above.
# Eligible candidates are identified by CAHP Academic and Student Affairs and verified with each program director.
# Students are notified by letter from the Assistant Dean for Academic and Student Affairs.
# A list of students to be recognized will be sent to Academic Records by CAHP Academic and Student Affairs for inclusion on the students’ permanent record, and to the UNMC Department of Public Relations Office.


=== Inclement Weather Policy ===
=== Inclement Weather Policy ===
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