Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

BSBMED301 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency BSBMED301 - Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand and respond to instructions; to carry out routine tasks and communicate with a range of internal/external clients in a medical environment; as well as use appropriate medical terminology.It applies to individuals who apply a broad range of competencies in various medical administration contexts. They may exercise discretion and judgment using appropriate knowledge to provide technical advice and support to a team.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Respond appropriately to instructions which contain medical terminology
  • Receive, interpret and document written and oral instructions using medical terminology
  • Use checklists where appropriate
  • Interpret abbreviations for specialised medical terminology
  • Interpret and adhere to the policies and procedures of the workplace
  • Seek clarification when necessary
       
Element: Carry out routine tasks
  • Use medical terminology correctly in the completion of routine tasks
  • Seek assistance from supervisor or experienced staff member as required
       
Element: Use appropriate medical terminology in oral and written communication
  • Use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in oral communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals
  • Use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in written communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals
  • Present written communication to a designated person for verification if required
  • Spell and pronounce medical terminology correctly
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Respond appropriately to instructions which contain medical terminology

1.1 Receive, interpret and document written and oral instructions using medical terminology

1.2 Use checklists where appropriate

1.3 Interpret abbreviations for specialised medical terminology

1.4 Interpret and adhere to the policies and procedures of the workplace

1.5 Seek clarification when necessary

2. Carry out routine tasks

2.1 Use medical terminology correctly in the completion of routine tasks

2.2 Seek assistance from supervisor or experienced staff member as required

3. Use appropriate medical terminology in oral and written communication

3.1 Use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in oral communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals

3.2 Use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in written communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals

3.3 Present written communication to a designated person for verification if required

3.4 Spell and pronounce medical terminology correctly

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Respond appropriately to instructions which contain medical terminology

1.1 Receive, interpret and document written and oral instructions using medical terminology

1.2 Use checklists where appropriate

1.3 Interpret abbreviations for specialised medical terminology

1.4 Interpret and adhere to the policies and procedures of the workplace

1.5 Seek clarification when necessary

2. Carry out routine tasks

2.1 Use medical terminology correctly in the completion of routine tasks

2.2 Seek assistance from supervisor or experienced staff member as required

3. Use appropriate medical terminology in oral and written communication

3.1 Use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in oral communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals

3.2 Use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in written communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals

3.3 Present written communication to a designated person for verification if required

3.4 Spell and pronounce medical terminology correctly

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Receive, interpret and document written and oral instructions using medical terminology 
Use checklists where appropriate 
Interpret abbreviations for specialised medical terminology 
Interpret and adhere to the policies and procedures of the workplace 
Seek clarification when necessary 
Use medical terminology correctly in the completion of routine tasks 
Seek assistance from supervisor or experienced staff member as required 
Use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in oral communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals 
Use appropriate medical terminology as directed, in written communication with patients, fellow workers and health professionals 
Present written communication to a designated person for verification if required 
Spell and pronounce medical terminology correctly 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

BSBMED301 - Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
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