• Assist with quality improvement projects such as communication of waits and delays and chart audits.
• Clean and examine procedure tables, equipment, and other work areas according to infection control and/or isolation procedures.
• Stock exam/procedure rooms as assigned, inventory specialty items, and initiate reorder of supplies as needed. • Report non-functioning or defective equipment to supervisor immediately.
• Ensure all supplies, including procedure trays, are up-to-date and replace expired materials as necessary by following sterile processing procedures.
• Clean and sterilize procedure scopes. • Complete daily opening and/or closing of clinic checks, ensuring that defibrillator and other safety equipment is working properly.
• Complete daily glucometer checks and report any issues immediately to supervisor.
• Download patient glucometer readings for clinic visits.
• Provide high-quality customer service to patients.
• Provide clerical support to facilitate optimal patient care and area operation.
• Demonstrate proficiency in use of the computer for all aspects of documentation.
• Prepare/maintain medical records, including ordering, filing, copying, mailing, or printing where appropriate. • Arrive in person and/or telehealth visits in patient software.
Healthcare assistants have many responsibilities, including:
Duties and Responsibilities: