Course Title: Assist with podiatric procedures

National Element Code & Title:

HLTAH405C Assist with podiatric procedures

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Obtain information from the podiatrist and the client's record (including the Podiatry Care Plan) relevant to the procedure to be undertaken
1.2 Determine client availability according to organisation protocols
1.3 Conform to all infection control guidelines and requirements specified by the National Infection Control Guidelines for Podiatrists and the protocols of the organisation
1.4 Ensure the environment in which the procedure is to be performed conforms to OH&S standards and protocols
1.5 Gather necessary equipment, instruments and materials
1.6 Prepare the environment for surgery, including cleansing and disinfecting of surfaces, equipment and materials
1.7 Ensure all instruments, dressings and related materials have undergone sterilisation according to the guidelines and protocols stated above
1.8 Ensure work flow and set up for work flow by additional persons in the environment comply with the guidelines and protocols

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Determine procedural requirements from the client's record and the treating podiatrist
2.2 Provide the physical environment required to meet procedural requirements in a manner that is safe for the client as directed by the podiatrist
2.3 Follow the directions of the podiatrist to provide assistance during the procedure
2.4 Follow all infection control and OH&S protocols to ensure the procedure conforms to organisation, state, national and legislated requirements
2.5 As required, assist with care and supervision of the patient during procedure
2.6 Follow directions for instrument handling, equipment handling material handling and any additional assistance required from the podiatrist
2.7 Safely and correctly use equipment and instrumentation to collect assessment information
2.8 Follow organisation guidelines and protocols for the safe and appropriate handling and disposal of hazardous and sharps materials
2.9 Provide documentation assistance and support as directed by the podiatrist

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Determine requirements from the client's record and treating podiatrist
3.2 Seek assistance and clarification as required
3.3 Gather equipment and materials required for templating and foot measurement
3.4 Provide the physical environment required to meet procedural requirements in a manner that is safe for the client and operator
3.5 Assist with templating and foot measurement according to podiatrist's instruction
3.6 Work with podiatrist and client, within organisation guidelines, to determine appropriate follow up and further appointments

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Determine procedural requirements from the client's record and the treating podiatrist
4.2 Seek assistance or clarification to procedural directions as required
4.3 Provide the physical environment required to meet procedural requirements in a manner that is safe
4.4 Assist with modifications according to the care plan and prescriptions from supervising podiatrist
4.5 Present modified orthoses or footwear to podiatrist for assessment
4.6 Interpret and respond to instructions from podiatrist regarding further procedural or modification requirements
4.7 Provide instructions and assistance to client as directed by the podiatrist
4.8 Work with podiatrist and client, within organisation guidelines, to determine appropriate follow up and further appointments
4.9 Use machinery and equipment for modifications in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines, work health and safety (WHS) requirements and organisation protocols

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Under the guidance of podiatrist use appropriate devices and procedures to measure for fit
5.2 Confirm measurements with supervising podiatrist
5.3 Under the guidance of supervising podiatrist support and educate client in the selection of footwear and fit
5.4 Seek assistance or clarification to procedural directions as required
5.5 Work with podiatrist and client, within organisation guidelines, to determine appropriate follow up and further appointments

Performance Criteria:

6.1 Clean equipment according to manufacturers and organisation requirements
6.2 Prepare equipment and instruments for sterilisation according to organisation protocols
6.3 Store equipment according to manufacturers requirements and organisation protocols
6.4 Report equipment faults to appropriate person
6.5 Ensure consultation environment is maintained according to guidelines and organisation protocols

Performance Criteria:

7.1 Use accepted protocols to document information in line with organisation requirements
7.2 Use appropriate terminology to document client information

Performance Criteria:

8.1 Provide podiatry assistance according to the instruction of treating podiatrist
8.2 Provide client progress feedback to the treating podiatrist
8.3 Seek assistance when client presents with needs or signs outside limits of own authority or competence
8.4 Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating podiatrist
8.5 Implement variations to the podiatry care according to the advice of the treating podiatrist

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