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Communication C14

To assess a patient clinically, in OPD and elsewhere, in particular to:

TITLE	PLANNING LEAVE
Code	C14
Learning Outcome	Ensure adequate intra-departmental communication to ensure efficient service provision especially with respect to planned and un-planned leave and on-call work. Recognise the importance of planning annual, study and duty leave with sufficient notice. Follow relevant departmental protocols in the event of un-planned leave. Ensure adequate communication when responsibility for patients is handed over. Make yourself available if at all possible, in the interests of patient safety, in the event of unpredictable and unavoidable absences of colleagues. Plan your return to work after significant absence, complying with GMC and local guidance.
Assessment	MSF Portfolio Part 2 FRCOphth
Assessor	Feedback likely from: medical staff, Allied Health Professional (nurse, optometrist, orthoptists), secretarial and clerical staff
Target Year of Achievement	Year 1 (annual review)
Related Learning Outcomes
Overview	Ensure your full involvement with colleagues in the planning of rotas and other clinical duties. Recognise the importance of leave for yourself and colleagues; vital for your health and the safety of your patients.
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