Identify the mandate and core functions of each allied health unit within DAHS.
State the operational hours (regular, on-call, weekend, and holiday schedules) for each service.
Demonstrate knowledge of referral pathways and expectations for collaboration with clinicians.
Apply proper patient preparation techniques for laboratory, imaging, physiotherapy, and audiology services.
Recognize the complaint processes (suggestion boxes, customer care, departmental heads, written queries).
Complete a case-based assessment on appropriate referrals (e.g., NICU infant needing ABR test, chemotherapy patient needing baseline hearing assessment).
Pass a final multiple-choice examination covering all allied health units.
This course provides a comprehensive orientation for new staff at Ho Teaching Hospital, focusing on the Directorate of Allied Health Services (DAHS). It covers the mandate, available services, operational hours, service provider expectations, and complaint processes for multiple allied health units, including: Medical Laboratory Services, Medical Imaging (Radiography, CT, Ultrasound), Medical Physics, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Audiology, Health Information (HI), Disease Control, Nutrition, and Health Promotion. The course emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, patient preparation, quality standards (e.g., ISO 15189:2022 accreditation), and the hospital's vision of becoming a preferred Medical Tourist Centre.
Describe the mandate of the Directorate of Allied Health Services (DAHS) in transforming HTH into a preferred Medical Tourist Centre.
List the diagnostic services available under Medical Laboratory, including the ISO 15189:2022 accreditation process.
Differentiate between emergency and routine imaging services (plain X-ray, CT scan, ultrasound, mammography, dental X-ray).
State the operational hours for:
Medical Laboratory (routine vs. on-call)
Radiography (weekdays, weekends, on-call after 5:00 pm/4:00 pm)
Ultrasound (8:00 am – 2:00 pm / 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm weekdays; weekends on-call only)
Physiotherapy (8:00 am – 4:00 pm weekdays; Relaxation Clinic 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm weekdays & 8:00 am – 3:00 pm weekends/holidays)
Audiology (8:00 am – 4:00 pm weekdays only)
Health Information (24/7, three shifts)
Disease Control (7:30 am – 5:30 pm weekdays, on-call for outbreaks)
Health Promotion (8:00 am – 4:00 pm weekdays)
Explain the role of Medical Physics in radiation safety, compliance, and quality management.
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