Patient Examination Volunteer

University of Edinburgh
VO67484

These examinations require volunteer patients with clear physical signs (e.g. a heart murmur) that can be found by a skilled doctor when they examine a patient, or symptoms (e.g. breathlessness). The use of "real" patients in clinical examinations allows the candidate to discover abnormalities on examination in a way that actors and manikins cannot, and gives the students an opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, attitudes, behaviours and skills in a much more reliable way.

Experience required

Need clear physical signs and be keen to help with the training of our doctors.

Travel details

These exams are run 3 times a year and are held at the Western General Hospital. We provide taxis to take patients to and from the hospital and home.

Travel expenses

Mileage paid at 37p per mile if taxi not used. Lunch provided and also teas and coffees.

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Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability

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Frequency & commitment

There is no minimum time constraints. Some patients do a couple of days a year and some do a few hours once a year.Weekdays

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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