STUDENT ROTATION AGRMT RE OFF SITE PRECEPTOR WITH RUTGER ST UNIV OF NJ.PDF

RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY
STUDENT ROTATION TRAINING AGREEMENT
This Off-Site preceptor Student Rotation Training Agreement ("Agreement") sets
forth the terms of the rotation of Students from Rutgers, The State University of New
Jersey and its School of Social Work ("RUTGERS"), whose principal office is located at
536 George Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 to Mairicopa County, by and for its
Department of Public Health ("MCDPH"), whose principal office is located at 4041 N.
Central Ave., Ste. 1400, Phoenix, AZ 85012 for educational training and experience.
This Agreement shall commence on July 1, 2015, and is valid through June 30, 2020.
1. Rotation Goals and Objectives
A. The educational goals and objectives for any rotation will be provided by
RUTGERS to the applicable MCDPH preceptor prior to the start of the rotation.
If these goals and objectives are acceptable to MCDPH, the MCDPH preceptor
will sign a statement agreeing to meet the goals and objectives of the rotation
and will return the original copy to RUTGERS.
B. The Program Director of the applicable Training Program at RUTGERS shall
retain full control and responsibility for the overall education of the Students.
2. Responsibilities of RUTGERS for Rotations
A. Use proper administrative procedures acceptable to MCDPH in planning for
observation and practical experience.
B. Arrange for supervision and instruction as agreed upon by both parties.
C. Ensure that Students participating in the program at MCDPH adhere to existing
rules and regulations of MCDPH. A copy of the MCDPH rules and regulations
will be made available to the students
D. Ensure each Student participating in the program at MCDPH meets the same
health standards that are required of all employees at MCDPH. MCDPH may
request upon reasonable notice a physical examination and/or laboratory or
other diagnostic tests for any Student. The Student and RUTGERS shall have
the option to either agree to such physical examinations, labs and tests or to
withdraw the Student from MCDPH. MCDPH shall not be responsible for any
cost or charges incurred for such physical examinations, labs or tests.
E. Prohibit Students or RUTGERS staff members from releasing any material
relative to practical experiences that has not been approved for release for
publication or to third parties by MCDPH, or that is confidential by law.
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F. Ensure that Student dress and grooming shall be appropriate for MCDPH and
for health care workers. Students will comply with the MCDPH dress code.
G. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, RUTGERS agrees that the
Students enrolled at MCDPH shall not be employees or agents of MCDPH or
Maricopa County, and shall not be entitled to any defense or indemnity under
Maricapa County's Declaration of Trust for Maricopa County, Arizona, Self-
Insured Risk Trust Fund, stipends, benefits, conditions, terms or rights of
MCDPH employees including workers' compensation, medical or hospitalization
insurance or benefits, pension, retirement or vacation pay, credit or other
benefits or rights of MCDPH employees.
H. Provide professional and either general liability insurance coverage or self-
insurance coverage to each individual rotating Student for the duration of the
assigned rotation, to include commercial general liability insurance of
$2,000,000 each occurrence and $4,000,000 general aggregate, and
professional liability insurance of $2,000,000 per claim and a $4,000,000
aggregate. In the event any insurance policies required herein are written on a
claims made basis, coverage shall extend for two years past the Agreement's
completion as evidenced by annual Certificates of Insurance. RUTGERS will
provide proof of such coverage in the form of Certificates of Insurance to
MCDPH.
I. Remove from MCDPH any Student reasonably identified, for any reason, as
unacceptable by MCDPH.
J. Reimburse MCDPH for breakage or damage (together "Damage") to equipment
or supplies, provided MCDPH provides evidence that such Damage was caused
by its Students.
K. Designate a person or persons to assist in the coordination of Student learning
experiences, including planning with MCDPH medical staff to assign Students to
specific learning experiences that are appropriate for the program(s).
L. Provide a 30-day advance notice for Students assigned to a rotation.
3. Responsibilities of MCDPH for Rotations
A. Provide training experiences and make available the related facilities at MCDPH
for Students enrolled in any program.
B. MCDPH staff will teach and supervise Students while assigned to MCDPH
experiences. Any client services provided by Students shall be under the direct
and exclusive supervision of qualified staff employed by MCDPH.
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C. Designate a person or persons or MCDPH unit to assist in the coordination of
the Students' learning experiences, including planning with MCDPH medical
staff for the assignment of Students to specific learning experiences which are
appropriate for the Student's program.
D. Keep RUTGERS informed of changes in policy which affect Students.
4. Mutual Responsibilities of MCDPH and RUTGERS
A. The personnel of MCDPH and the faculty of RUTGERS assigned to the program
will confer at such times as may be mutually agreed upon to evaluate the
educational program.
B. The personnel of MCDPH and the faculty of RUTGERS assigned to the program
shall cooperate in providing a sound educational environment.
C. Students are assigned for practical training experiences in the appropriate
MCDPH unit. Both parties shall mutually agree upon the number of Students
and the appropriate MCDPH unit for training.
D. Upon request, each party will complete program evaluation forms for Students,
faculty, or learning experiences.
5. Term and Termination
A. The term of this Agreement shall be from July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2020.
The Agreement may be renewed for additional terms by the mutual consent of
both parties.
B. This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon thirty (30) days prior
written notice to the other party; provided, however, Students participating at
MCDPH at the time of termination shall be given an opportunity to complete
their participation.
6. Miscellaneous
A. RUTGERS and MCDPH shall not discriminate against any individual on the
basis of age, race, religion, creed, sex, national origin, handicap, disability,
sexual orientation or veteran status. To the extent applicable to this Agreement,
both parties agree to comply with all state and federal employment laws, rules,
regulations and executive orders, including Executive Order 2009-09.
B. Nothing contained herein shall be deemed or construed as creating a
relationship of principal and agent or of partnership or of joint venture between
the Parties. Students shall not be considered servants, agents, or employees of
MCDPH.
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C. This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of
the state of Arizona. Exclusive venue and jurisdiction for any actions or
proceedings related to or stemming from this Agreement will be in the state or
federal courts sitting in Phoenix, Arizona.
D. This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of both
Parties and their respective successors, heirs, assigns and legal
representatives. Neither this Agreement nor any rights hereunder may be
assigned without the prior written consent of the non-assigning Party.
E. Individuals executing this Agreement on behalf of the Parties represent and
warrant that they have been authorized to do so.
F. This Agreement contains the entire understanding of the Parties relating to the
subject matter of this Agreement. Any prior agreements, promises, negotiations
or representations between the Parties, either oral or written, relating to the
subject matter of this Agreement which are not expressly set forth herein are of
no force or effect. Any modifications or amendments must be agreed to by both
Parties in writing and shall become effective on the date stated therein.
G. During the term of this Agreement, the Parties shall take such actions, including
revising this Agreement, as necessary or advisable to comply fully with all laws,
rules and regulations applicable to the performance of this Agreement, including
without limitation the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and the
Family Educational Records and Privacy Act.
H. Each Party (as "indemnitor") agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless
the other Party (as "indemnitee") from and against any and all claims, losses,
liability, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) (hereinafter
collectively referred to as "claims") arising out of the negligent performance of
this Agreement, but only to the extent that such claims which result in
vicarious/derivative liability to the indemnitee are caused by the act, omission,
negligence, misconduct, or other fault of the indemnitor, its officers, officials,
agents, employees, or volunteers.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, MCDPH and RUTGERS have executed this Agreement.
(signature page follows)
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MARICOPA COUNTY RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF
Acting for and on behalf of NEW JERSEY
the Department of Public Health
By: By:
Chairman,
Maricopa County Board of
Supervisors Date:
Title: Exec. Director, Risk Mgmt. &
Insurance
Attest:
Clerk of the Board Date
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Director, NICDPH Date
Approved as to Form Date
Deputy County Attorney
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