Intern Competencies Assessment (ICA) 13 week assessment About this assessment The Preceptor Guide published by The Pharmacy Board of Australia/AHPRA emphasises the importance of the preceptor’s role in providing evaluation, appraisal, and feedback to the intern. An excerpt from the Preceptor Guide is reproduced below: Both the preceptor and intern pharmacist should evaluate the performance and training plan of the intern pharmacist regularly. These evaluations may be directed by the intern’s ITP. The objectives of the intern year should be confirmed early in the supervised practice year with the intern pharmacist. The main goal with each review is that the intern pharmacist is making gains or improvements as the year progresses. The preceptor’s approach to all aspects of the appraisal scheme should be discussed and explained. It is important that the appraisals are completed at the times scheduled on the ITP, discussed together and forwarded immediately to the ITP coordinator. This process is a valuable opportunity for the preceptor and the intern pharmacist to review progress of training together and for the ITP coordinator to become aware of any problems and identify where assistance may be required. Feedback should be objective and constructive and obtained from both the preceptor and the intern pharmacist. The University of Sydney ITP involves three formal appraisals which are to be completed by the preceptor and returned to the University. These complement the regular appraisals which occur at the end of Discussion Blocks and at other times in accordance with the Training Action Plan. This is the first of three Intern Competencies Assessments and is designed to be completed approximately 13 weeks after the intern’s commencement. This timing is somewhat flexible but should be completed between 10 and 15 weeks after commencement. The focus of this assessment is not on the clinical or regulatory competence of the intern, but rather on behaviours and attitudes which are the hallmarks of professional practitioners. What to do Read the ICA to familiarise yourself with the material Carry out the assessment in collaboration with the intern. Guidelines for the conduct of appraisals can be found in the Preceptor Guide, pages 5-7, available from http://www.pharmacyboard.gov.au/Internship.aspx Ask the intern to make any comments at the end of the form if they wish Ensure all necessary signatures are completed Return the completed form to The University of Sydney If you wish to provide comments of a confidential nature you do not wish to disclose to the intern, please include them in a separate letter and return it in the envelope with the ICA. The University of Sydney will contact you to discuss the matter discreetly. NAPE Pharmacy Intern Training Program Page 1 of 5 ©The University of Sydney Intern Competencies Assessment (ICA) 13 week assessment To be completed by the supervising pharmacist after 13 weeks of supervised practice INTERN pharmacist name: PRECEPTOR name: SUPERVISING pharmacist name: WORKPLACE address: Postcode: How to complete this form This form should be completed by the supervising pharmacist who has had the greatest opportunity to observe the intern pharmacist’s skills during the period of time covered by this assessment. If this is a different person than the official preceptor pharmacist then they must clearly state their name and position at the workplace and ensure the form is also signed by the intern’s preceptor. excellent above average average below average poor For each assessment criteria tick the box which best expresses the intern pharmacist’s usual performance. If necessary you may qualify any assessment with a short comment (eg “more experience is required” or “not applicable to workplace setting). Commitment to work and workplace Punctuality Willingness to work Conscientiousness, diligence and personal responsibility Ability to grasp essentials Understanding of role within work environment Use of opportunities to extend knowledge and skills NAPE Pharmacy Intern Training Program Page 2 of 5 ©The University of Sydney excellent above average average below average poor Quality of work Ability to maintain high standard of work (in general) Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical work Reliability in carrying out instructions and following procedures Ability to plan and complete own work and organise work of others Ability to recognise potential sources of error in own and others’ work Self-reliance and resourcefulness Ability to make clear and concise written communication Attitude to patients Ability to identify importance of patient-centred care Ability to anticipate and recognise patients’ needs Ability to understand patients as individuals Skills in gaining confidence and co-operation of patients Tactfulness Attitude to co-workers Acceptance by colleagues and co-workers Ability to communicate with other health professionals Courtesy & helpfulness Willingness to collaborate with colleagues Ability to accept instruction, advice, constructive criticism Ability to instruct and supervise others NAPE Pharmacy Intern Training Program Page 3 of 5 ©The University of Sydney excellent above average average below average poor Personal behaviour Neatness and grooming Ability to handle difficult situations Professional attitude Ability to communicate effectively in spoken English Recognition of cultural and linguistic diversity in communication Preceptor’s Comments If you wish to provide comments of a confidential nature you do not wish disclosed to the intern, please include them in a separate letter. The University of Sydney will contact you to discuss the matter discreetly. NAPE Pharmacy Intern Training Program Page 4 of 5 ©The University of Sydney Intern’s Comments (to be completed after reading Preceptor’s Comments) Sign here PRECEPTOR pharmacist: Date ___/___/___ INTERN pharmacist: Date ___/___/___ SUPERVISING pharmacist: Date ___/___/___ (if ICA not completed by preceptor) Make a photocopy then post the original form to: Graduate Certificate and ITP Manager, Pharmacy & Bank Building (A15), The University of Sydney, NSW, 2006 NAPE Pharmacy Intern Training Program Page 5 of 5 ©The University of Sydney
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