Common use of Academic Institution Clause in Contracts

Academic Institution. The Academic Institution will acknowledge VHA Handbook 1400.08 as the overriding policy for the conduct of the program in VA and 1400.04 for the supervision of HPTs in VA (Chiropractic, Optometric, and Podiatric resident supervision is covered in VHA Directive 1400.01). In addition, the Academic Institution will notify HPTs that the VA is a Drug-Free Workplace and that HPTs appointed to the VA may be subject to random drug testing per criteria outlined in Executive Order 12564. The Academic Institution will complete a Trainee Qualifications and Credentials Verification Letter (TQCVL) for each HPT rotating at the VA. TQCVLs are an affirmation by the Academic Institution that all HPTs are both qualified and fit for VA assignment. This includes the requirement that all HPTs have documentation of updated immunizations appropriate for health care providers on file. In addition, the Academic Institution will inform HPTs if additional immunizations are required by VA (e.g., annual influenza vaccination). The Academic Institution will provide general clinical orientation to its HPTs, conduct any screenings as needed by the TQCVL, and provide TQCVLs annually for all HPTs rotating at VA. In addition, for each referred HPT, and prior to their placement at VA, the Academic Institution will perform appropriate background screening and verification, including checking for listing on the Health and Human Services List of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Any trainee having a current or past license in any health profession will have their license status reviewed, including an assessment of adverse actions and query to the National Provider Data Bank (NPDB). VA Medical Center: VA will conduct required onboarding procedures and background screening and will follow all policies and guidelines for HPT Onboarding, HPT Supervision, and Educational Relationships. VA will notify the Academic Institution when new Directives or Handbooks pertaining to education are released or current ones are updated. VA is responsible for conducting periodic reviews of local academic programs and policies that ensure compliance with VA policies.