Clinical Shadowing
The Office of Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination (CRTEC) at Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to assisting those interested in clinical shadowing in cancer care. We will make every attempt to accommodate requests, but as we need to prioritize clinical trainees and program participants on site, we cannot guarantee placement. For all questions regarding clinical shadowing in cancer care, please email CRTEC.
Clinical Shadowing Prerequisites
- Over 17 years of age
- Sign the University of Utah Health Visitor/Non-Employee Confidentiality and Security Agreement
- Complete HIPPA training
- University of Utah employees: HIPPA training on Bridge
- Non-employees: Non-Employee HIPAA Training Module
- Obtain and submit proof of required immunizations
- An approved application at least two full business days before the start of shadowing
Required Information
Submit the Clinical Shadowing Request Form. You will need to have the following documents:
- Cover letter telling us why you want to shadow at Huntsman Cancer Institute (500 word max.)
- One-page resume or CV
- HIPAA training certificate
Once your form has been received, the request will be reviewed, and we will identify a physician for you to shadow. You will then receive an email from a member of our team to finalize dates and to discuss how to complete the next steps.
Clinical Shadowing Expectations
- The total number of hours may not exceed 12 hours per year.
- You will be strictly limited to observing, and not participating in, patient care.
- When you are present during care, the patient must be notified in advance and can object. When a patient consents, it must be documented in the patient’s chart.
- Any protected health information (PHI) shared or communicated must be the minimum amount necessary to facilitate appropriate care delivery.
- You must not retain any written or electronic PHI (notes or photocopies) of a patient’s care.
- Do not disclose any PHI observed or heard during patient care.
- You should act in a professional manner while in the clinic and should follow the appropriate guidelines, including always wearing a name badge or visitor pass.
- You agree to fill out a short post-experience survey and, if possible, send a photo taken with your sponsoring clinician or others within the clinical group