Competency Based Goals and Objectives for Rotations 

PATIENT CARE OBJECTIVES

The resident demonstrates the ability to:

• obtain, document and report developmentally, age and specialty appropriate history  
• perform, document and report developmentally, age and specialty appropriate physical examination
• generate an appropriate differential diagnosis
• make informed decisions about diagnostic and therapeutic interventions based on patient information and preferences, up-to-date scientific evidence, and clinical judgment
• develop and carry out patient management plans
• counsel and educate patients and their families in a clear, respectful and culturally conscious manner
• use information technology to support patient care decisions and patient education 

MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE OBJECTIVES: vary by rotation

PRACTICE-BASED LEARNING AND IMPROVEMENT OBJECTIVES

The resident:

• recognizes his/her own strengths and limitations
• asks questions as an engaged, critical learner
• locates, appraises, and assimilates evidence from scientific studies related to their patients’ health problems
• uses information technology to manage information, access on-line medical information, and support their own education

INTERPERSONAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS OBJECTIVES

The resident:

• makes organized and effective oral presentations
• elicits and provides information using effective listening, nonverbal, explanatory, questioning, and writing skills
• communicates with the patient, family and members of the healthcare team in a timely, developmentally and culturally appropriate manner
• works effectively and respectfully with others as a member or leader of a health care team or other professional group

PROFESSIONALISM OBJECTIVES

The resident:

• accepts responsibility for patient care
• never misrepresents patient care information
• consistently performs in a punctual, reliable and collegial manner
• demonstrates dress, hygiene and manner of speech that consistently reflect appropriate standards 
• demonstrates a commitment to excellence and on-going professional development

SYSTEMS-BASED PRACTICE OBJECTIVES

The resident:

• practices cost-effective health care and resource allocation that does not compromise quality of care
• advocates for quality patient care and assist patients in dealing with system complexities to minimize discomfort or confusion