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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Chronicle interactions in a medical laboratory 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
257195  Chronicle interactions in a medical laboratory 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Medical Laboratory Assistants 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services Curative Health 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  18 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This unit standard will enable the learner to chronicle interactions in the laboratory environment and contribute to the competence required to work in other departments of a pathology laboratory. Knowledge and insight gained are essential elements for the quality needed in handling pathology specimens as well as addressing the skills shortage in the country.

On completion of this unit standard, the competent learner will be able to:
  • Record specimen, patient/donor details and make labels.
  • File, make enquiries/retrievals and issue documentation.
  • Communicate information effectively.
  • Compile documents for specimen dispatch and batching. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication at NQF Level 2.
  • Mathematical literacy at NQF Level 2.

    Recognition of Prior Learning:

    Relevant prior work experience, qualifications and learning events will be recognised for this qualification, and competence will be measured against the equivalent assessment criteria. RPL will be granted in agreement with the relevant ETQA or ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Chronicle implies:
  • Recording specimen and donor details and making and attaching labels; issuing documentation for clients and for specimen batching and dispatching; filing and retrieving details; making enquiries and issuing documentation for clients.
  • All processes include verbal, written, signed and electronic interactions.
  • All chronicling to be completed within the allocated time frames and according to laboratory and test requirements. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Record specimen, patient/donor details and make relevant labels. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    All Associated Assessment Criteria to be completed within four hours of receipt of specimens. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Patient and/or donor details are transcribed from requisition form to laboratory register, so that on-line testing can commence and results can be reported. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Incorrect or inadequate specimen or patient/donor details are rectified by referring to the relevant source for cross-referencing. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Labels are generated and attached to corresponding samples and requisition forms for continuous tracking. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Compile documents for specimen dispatch and batching. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    All Associated Assessment Criteria to be completed within six hours of receipt of specimens. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Patient and specimen details are recorded to create a shipping list for tracking purposes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Corresponding specimens and lists are dispatched according to required legislation and relevant protocols. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Worksheets are compiled and corresponding specimens arranged to facilitate laboratory processing. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    File, make enquiries/retrievals and issue documentation. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    All Associated Assessment Criteria to be completed within 24 hours of receipt of specimens. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Verified documentation is accessed, printed and issued when requested by an authorized person to ensure patient confidentiality. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Documentation is filed in an easily retrievable manner to maintain order in the laboratory environment. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Includes but not limited to patient/donor request forms, worksheets, shipping batches.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Enquiries and retrievals are timeously performed. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Communicate information effectively. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Communication includes all verbal, electronic written and sign interactions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Messages and laboratory information are relayed as soon as possible, in a manner that prevents misinterpretation, e.g., written format. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    All messages are documented before being actioned as proof of receipt of relevant information. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    May include but is not limited to SOPs, written messages and checklists.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Test results are only issued once results have been verified by the relevant professional person. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Abbreviations, acronyms and clinical jargon are correctly interpreted and used appropriately when applicable. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Patient and company confidentiality is explained and maintained at all times. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The protocol for dissemination of information can be adequately explained and applied. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner or moderating the assessment of a learner against this qualification must be registered as an assessor and/or moderator with the relevant Education and Training Quality Assurance body (ETQA) or ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning for this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA or ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA.
  • Assessment and moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the ETQA`s policies and guidelines for assessment and moderation.
  • Anyone wishing to be assessed against this qualification may apply to be assessed by any relevant accredited assessment agency, assessor or provider institution, which is also accredited by the relevant ETQA or ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding in place with the relevant ETQA. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Laboratory Safety Procedures.
  • Use and maintenance of appropriate laboratory apparatus.
  • Policies and Procedures of the relevant organization.

    Current legislation pertaining to the following will be applicable:
  • Occupational Health and Safety.
  • Handling or use of Human Tissue.
  • Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services.
  • Regulations defining the scope of the profession of Medical Technology.
  • Statutory guidelines of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) pertaining to Medical Ethics. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organization or community.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collecting, analysing, organizing and critically evaluating information.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the mode of oral and or written persuasion.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Using science and technology effectively and critically showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems.

    Refer to all Specific Outcomes. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    It is strongly recommended that competency in the following Unit Standards is achieved prior to commencing learning towards this Unit Standard:
  • ID 252401: Comply with safety requirements in the medical or blood transfusion fields.
  • ID 119078: Use a GUI-based word processor to enhance a document through the use of tables and columns.
  • ID 13915: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of HIV/AIDS in a workplace and its effects on a business sub-sector, own organisation and a specific workplace.
  • ID 257201: Apply quality practice in the medical laboratory.

    Course requirements: The learner is required to be registered with the HPCSA as a Student Medical Laboratory Assistant for the duration of the period of learning.

    Matrix of Credits Assigned
  • Tutoring:
    > Lecturer: 16 Hours.
    > Learner/self study: 12 Hours.
  • Practical:
    > On job: 100 Hours.
    > Simulation: 52 Hours.

    Total: 180 Hours.
    Credits: 18.

    All actions are measured against the prescribed protocols or standard operating procedures (SOP) of the organization/institution where the learner is currently employed. The prescribed protocols/SOP are written instructions relating to specific tasks. These written instructions are issued to the learner, and signed once they have been studied. 
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    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  63189   National Certificate: Medical Laboratory Assistance  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2012-06-30   


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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