Skills recording (DOPS) template

Observation of Skills Assessment (DOPS)

Name:
Procedure: Clinical setting – A&E □ Admission □	Outpatients Dept □    In-Patient □	Acute

Assessors Position – Consultant □ SpR □ GP □

Number of times procedure performed -

Please tick the appropriate box	Below expect- ations	Border line	Meets expectations	Above expectations	Unable to comment
Demonstrates understanding of indications relevant anatomy & technique of procedure
Obtains informed consent
Demonstrates appropriate preparation pre-procedure
Appropriate analgesia or safe sedation
Technical ability
Seeks help where appropriate
Post procedure management
Communication skills
Consideration of patient/ professionalism
Aseptic Technique
Overall ability to perform procedure

Comments (Areas of strength or any suggestions for improvement):

Assessors Signature:                                      PRINT NAME: 

DATE: