Medical Assistant

Under direction of a physician or midlevel practitioner, the Medical Assistant is a health professional who works interdependently with other professionals to provide quality healthcare to patients. The MA is educated and trained to perform both clerical and clinical tasks in the clinic environment.  Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:Take and record vital signs in patient’s medical record.Prepare patients for examinations, x-rays, tests, and/or procedures. Transport patients as needed.Implement cardiopulmonary resuscitation and obstructed airway techniques as needed.Assist clinicians Read more […]

September 5, 2011 • Tags: , , • Posted in: General • Comments Off on Medical Assistant