Communication and Teamwork in Pathology Labs

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Running head: PATHOLOGY AND LAB MEDICINEPathology and lab medicineName of the student:Name of the University:Author’s note

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PATHOLOGY AND LAB MEDICINEAs a placement student at Rmit University histopathology lab, having idea about theimportance of communication and team work is essential to effective performance in workplace.The importance of communication in workplace is that it has the potential to bring efficiency inwork activities and reduce chances of errors. In the context of clinical or lab based work, it isnecessary to accurately communicate critical information between interprofessional team. Eachprofessional enters into practice with different skill set and development of core competenciesfor collaborative interprofessional practice enhances the decision making process andaccountability in work1. In the context of communication forms adapted in histopathology lab, staffs mainlycommunicate with each other in two ways. First is the verbal form of communication withlaboratory supervisor in the laboratory. The purpose of verbal communication is to clarify labstaffs and students regarding their role in maintaining the safety and efficiency of the work andensuring optimal conditions of the laboratory. In addition, written forms of communication arealso seen between laboratory staffs and supervisor. Written communication is done for severalpurpose such as in urgent case where staffs can contact supervisor by email to communicate theirconcerns during lab work. Written recommendation is also provided by supervisors to resolveproblems arising during histopathology work2. On the whole written and verbal communicationis essential for establishing positive and productive relationship.1Keller KB, Eggenberger TL, Belkowitz J, Sarsekeyeva M, Zito AR. Implementing successful interprofessionalcommunication opportunities in health care education: a qualitative analysis. International journal of medicaleducation. 2013;4:253.2McDonough RP, Bennett MS. Improving communication skills of pharmacy students through effective precepting.American journal of pharmaceutical education. 2006 Sep;70(3):58.