MEA 102 - Phlebotomy Externship

Prerequisite: Successful completion of MEA 101 with a C or better and program director approval.

Description: This course provides the student the opportunity of practical hands on experience. Students will gain the experience of working in a hospital laboratory and out patient draw stations performing venipuncture, capillary puncture, transporting and processing specimens and requisitioning lab orders. Student will complete 90 hours in a clinical setting and obtain 100 successful blood draws. At the end of this course students will sit for national certification through the American Medical Technologist (AMT) for the credential of RPT (Registered Phlebotomy Technician).
All immunizations and CPR certification must be current.

All students must submit the appropriate documents for externship placement. This includes a background check, drug screen, documentation of BLS for Healthcare Providers, and all facility required immunizations and physical form. A complete list can be obtained by contacting ems@mohave.edu. Externship placement is at the discretion of the facility and the facility makes the final decision regarding placement. Information on the background check and drug screen of a negative nature may compromise clinical placement with partnering facilities.

Although every effort will be made to place students locally students may be required to travel to outside areas for placement at clinical sites. Travel arrangements and all cost associated with travel are the responsibility of the student.

Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 1
Externship Hours: 90

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