Date of Award
5-2025
Document Type
Capstone
Degree Name
Masters of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MS)
Department
Medical Laboratory Science
Abstract
Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) students' education heavily relies on clinical practicum experiences to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Knowledgeable clinical preceptors are vital for engaging and inspiring learning and enabling students to interact within authentic clinical environments involving laboratory peers, patients, and healthcare providers. This literature review explores the impact of implementing a structured feedback and evaluation system for clinical preceptors in medical laboratory science (MLS) programs, highlighting its influence on student satisfaction and preceptor performance. The databases utilized for this literature review include PubMed and CINAHL. Due to a profound lack of published literature available additional healthcare fields were included within the search. Additional articles were sourced from examining the citations of the articles found during the initial database search. The review emphasizes the importance of formal preceptor training which directly correlates with preceptor competency, and the preparedness of students entering the workforce. Secondary themes included the need for clearly defined roles and responsibilities of the preceptor and understanding preceptors’ perceptions. The lack of published laboratory specific research further supports the need for exploration on clinical preceptor training and evaluation programs and how investments in preceptor training will result in competent and educated emerging laboratorians.
Recommended Citation
Newman, Kyleen; Coleman, Mary; and Langerud, Heather, "The Impact of Structured Feedback and Evaluation Systems on Clinical Preceptor Performance and Student Satisfaction in Medical Laboratory Science Programs" (2025). Medical Laboratory Science Independent Study Projects. 2.
https://commons.und.edu/mls-projects/2
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