Information & Guidance

Everything you need to know about ShadowLinX clinical shadowing and program requirements.

Shadowing Expectations

Professional Conduct: Maintain strict compliance with patient privacy policies (HIPAA) and institutional guidelines at all times.
Punctuality & Preparation: Arrive on time for scheduled rotations and review relevant medical terminology or specialty basics beforehand.
Professional Dress Code: Wear business casual or clean scrubs as required by your host facility. Always display your ID badge if provided.
Active Learning: Observe quietly during active patient encounters, reserving questions for appropriate breaks between visits.

Create a Profile: Fill out your academic details, target healthcare field, and current availability.
Upload Documentation: Ensure immunization records, safety orientation certificates, and background checks are submitted if required by host facilities.
Request Rotations: Browse open shadowing slots by specialty and location, then submit your request.
Log Your Hours: After completing a session, log your hours in the dashboard to request verification from your host clinician.

Complete your profile thoroughly before applying to host physicians.
Upload an up-to-date resume highlighting relevant clinical interests and coursework.
Write clear, concise application messages detailing what you hope to gain from the rotation.

Keep your availability and shadowing capacity updated to receive timely applications.
Set clear ground rules regarding patient confidentiality and clinic flow prior to student visits.
Review pending student requests promptly to help pre-med applicants plan their rotations.