I play a fundamental role as a medical assistant, since we are, so to speak, the right hand of the healthcare professionals, who are the doctors.
- Assisted patients with scheduling appointments and coordinating follow-up care as needed.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation in electronic health records to ensure compliance and accessibility.
- Monitored patient conditions by recording vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare providers.
- Prepared examination rooms by cleaning and stocking supplies, ensuring readiness for patient visits.
- Educated patients on medication instructions and post-treatment care for improved health outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical staff to enhance service delivery.
- Conducted insurance verification processes to confirm patient eligibility and streamline billing.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, and zio, creyos, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.