Students are required to start clinical clerkships no later than 2 semesters (8 months) after completion of Basic Medical Sciences. A student who fails to commence clinical clerkships within 8 months of completion of Basic Medical Sciences is subject to a penalty in the amount of US $250 every subsequent month the clerkships are delayed.
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Students are advised to give the Administration or Clinical Department at least two weeks notice, informing the department of their intent to begin Clinical Clerkships and choice of clinical sites / hospitals.
Below are requirements for starting your clinical clerkship:
- Successful completion of Basic Medical Science Curriculum and relevant University examinations is a requirement for clinical clerkship.
- Student contact information form
- Identifying documentation submitted to the Clinical Department (i.e., Drivers License, Passport,
- Passport style photo, as may be requested)
- Proof of Visa and Citizenship status
- Police background check and background screening
- HIPAA Training certification
- Proof of 2 MMR vaccinations or positive titer / immunity to Mumps, Rubella, Measles
- Proof of immunity to Varicella via titer, 2 immunization or history or diseases documented by a healthcare provider
- Negative PPD test within the last year or chest x-ray within last 2 years, if PPD is positive
- Yearly flu shot
- OSHA Blood-borne Pathogens Certification
- 3 series of Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Malpractice insurance
