Sentences with phrase «during examination of patient»

Assists physician or nurse upon request during examination of patient and according to generally accepted medical standards.

Not exact matches

During my examination of her, the patient informed me that she smokes more than one pack of cigarettes every day, eats only at fast - food take - outs, and somehow still has money to buy pretzels and beer.

(5) The patient can interact with the physician to direct the imaging to the area of concern during the examination.

In some cases the regulator discovered «alarming» practices such as help bells being placed out of patients» reach, staff treating their elderly patients in a patronising or dismissive manner and found some patients subject to humiliation when curtains failed to be closed properly around their beds during examinations and procedures.

One of the things that makes this a difficult task is the fact that the lungs are constantly moving through the respiratory cycle; the movements caused by the patient breathing in and out, and those of the bronchoscope itself, mean that the tissue is changing shape and location during the examination.

«By considering that stethoscopes are used repeatedly over the course of a day, come directly into contact with patients» skin, and may harbor several thousands of bacteria (including MRSA) collected during a previous physical examination, we consider them as potentially significant vectors of transmission,» commented lead investigator Didier Pittet, MD, MS, Director of the Infection Control Program and WHO Collaborating Centre on Patient Safety, University of Geneva Hospitals.

When you can flip the lip of every patient you see and show the owner exactly what you observe, it helps the owner understand the need for treatment if an abnormality is noted during a physical examination.

All dental patients receive a dental examination, general anesthesia, teeth scaling, polishing and fluoride treatment, intravenous fluid therapy, antibiotic and pain medication during their dental procedure, three days of postoperative pain medication if indicated, and a complimentary nail trim.

During a physical examination, our doctors check out each patient's visible body systems for any signs of illness.

Inhalation anesthesia using a cuffed endotracheal tube provides three important advantages the cooperation of the patient with a procedure it does not understand, elimination of pain resulting from examination and treatment of affected dental tissues during the procedure, and protection of the airway and lungs from accidental aspiration.

Driven by her desire to help our clients in the care of their pets and to continually expand her knowledge, Misty's responsibilities include bringing patients to examination rooms, drawing blood, running lab work, filling medication and monitoring our patients during surgery and recovery.

Most of our canine patients love to visit us, however, because cats may experience anxiety during a visit to the veterinary hospital, during our renovation we added a separate entrance and dedicated cat examination rooms.

In College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario v. Peirovy, the regulatory body for medical doctors appealed the penalty imposed on a walk - in clinic doctor, Javad Peirovy, after six female patients complained of inappropriate sexual touching during medical examinations in 2009 and 2010.

In each case, the abusive conduct consisted of medically unnecessary touching of the breast or nipples of the patients during medically required chest examinations conducted using a stethoscope.

Monitored medical equipment and assisted physicians during examination and treatment of patients

Monitored patient comfort level during testing and followed established policies and procedures to ensure the care and safety of the patient while undergoing ultrasound examinations.

Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; preparing laboratory specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on the premises; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; administering medications on the premises; authorizing drug refills as directed; telephoning prescriptions to pharmacies; drawing blood; preparing patients for x-rays; taking electrocardiograms; removing sutures; changing dressings.

Duties vary according to laws of the jurisdiction and may include taking medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, and assisting during diagnostic examinations.

Triaged and roomed patients, prepared exam and procedure rooms for examination of patients, chaperoned and assisted physicians with female patients during pap smears and pelvic exams.

Assisted Dentist during examination and treatment of patients which included providing instruction in oral hygiene and providing post-operative instructions as prescribed by dentist.

Prepare and assist patients for examination, treatment, or procedure by medical staff * Anticipate needs of patients, and the provider * Monitoring of patient during examination, or procedure

Daily duties of a medical assistant may include tasks such as such as recording medical history of the patients, measuring or testing vital signs, making appointments, assisting the doctor or surgeon during patient examination or treatment, and giving medication to a patient as directed by the doctor.

Some of the important tasks performed by a family nurse practitioner are providing basic dressing for wounds of patients, advising patient on medication, assisting during physical examination conducted by a doctor, assist patients to undergo diagnosis and tests at the hospital etc..

● Demonstrated ability to perform direct and indirect patient activities and associated patient care services essential in caring for the requirements and comforts of patients ● Highly skilled in administering patients» hygiene while ensuring their safety and ease ● Track record of assisting professional staff during medical procedures, examinations, and treatments ● Hands on experience in maintaining cleanliness and organization of patient care unit ● Substantial knowledge of replenishing patient supplies

DUPAGE MEDICAL GROUP — Glen Ellyn, IL Jan 2010 — May 2013 Medical Assistant • Ensured comfort of patients and provided timely attention to them • Conducted all regular procedures such as hearing and visual examinations • Assisted physicians in healthcare activities and minor surgeries • Greeted patients during medical part of their visit • Created and maintained medical records and documentation • Scheduled treatment, care and diagnostic tests • Collected and labeled specimens • Helped patients with examinations and procedures • Obtained vital signs • Received and screened telephone calls • Created and organized patient files and records • Provided information to patients and families on departmental policies and procedures

The Medical Assistant provides clinical support, including initial preparation of the patient, assisting the provider during patient examinations, stocking and maintenance of exam rooms, maintenance of diagnostic equipment, charting, Spanish language interpretation and patient education.

• Streamline the patient transfer procedure by implementing a smooth online re-registration process with 14 veterinary hospitals onboard • Introduce a «comfortable» surgical cage to the facility, resulting in decreased incidents of animal discomfort • Greet clients and provide them with information regarding the facility's services • Engage animals / pets by greeting them and performing gestures to keep them comfortable • Register new pets / animals into the facility database by ensuring completeness and accuracy of data • Receive and service calls for information and schedule appointments over the telephone and in person • Provide reminders to clients regarding vaccinations and pre surgery and surgery procedures • Assist in restraining animals during examinations and sampling procedures • Ascertain that blood and urine samples are sent to corresponding labs for testing purposes • Follow up on labs to obtain diagnostic reports and inform clients of their availability • Ascertain the cleanliness, sanitization and maintenance of reception area and treatment rooms

• Perform assessments on pet patients to determine causes of complaints • Restrain animals during examination procedures carried out by veterinary doctors • Assist in performing laboratory tests including urinalysis and blood counts • Take and process x-rays and assist veterinary doctors in performing dental procedures • Prepare animals for surgeries by calming them down and sterilizing operable areas

• Greeted patients as they enter the facility • Took patient information for record purposes • Maintained demographic and insurance information • Verified information by interviewing patients • Reviewed medical history and took vital signs • Educated patients about the facility's policies and medical procedures • Recorded billing information • Managed supplies and equipment • Maintained a safe and clean environment for the patients and the doctors • Liaised with insurance companies • Created and maintained record systems to ensure that patients» information was properly recorded • Manned the telephone exchange, answered telephone calls and provided required information • Registered new patients by assisting them in filling out registration forms and providing them with information on required documents • Prepared examination rooms by ensuring that all equipment and supplied were available and in good working order • Assisted doctors in performing examinations by operating medical equipment and providing them with supplies needed to complete the procedure • Prepared patients for examinations by assisting them in changing into robes and providing them with information on what to expect during the procedure or examination • Created and maintained effective liaison with insurance companies to verify patients» insurance coverage information • Contacted insurance companies to determine the status of submitted claims and follow up on delayed or unpaid claims • Calculated co-pays and provided patients with information on how much coverage their insurance company will provide to them for each procedure • Created and implemented supplies inventory systems and contacted vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of equipment and supplies • Provided one on one information of what to expect from a procedure to patients and their families • Administered medication to patients and ensured that medicine refill requests are timely filled • Oversaw the cleanliness, maintenance and sterilization of medical equipment after each procedure • Scheduled patients for appointments and performed follow up duties to ensure that all appointment slots are filled • Handled any cancelled appointment slots by allotting them to patients on the facility waiting lists

Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examinations, prepare treatment rooms, assist provider with materials, instruments, and equipment during exam, sterilizes and cleans instruments, maintains inventory of supplies, and ensures efficient patient flow.

• Wrote a short self - help booklet on managing exercises at home, thereby ensuring reduced volume of calls and inquiries at the office • Simplified insurance follow - up procedures by creating and maintaining effective liaison with all insurance companies on the panel • Assisted chiropractors with procedures and exercise • Educated patients and families regarding procedures • Took payments and tracked patients» visits and office statistics • Accompanied patients to treatment rooms and educated them on what to expect during and after the procedure • Stocked examination rooms with necessary supplies and instruments to be used during sessions

• Responded to requests for information over the telephone and in person • Assisted patients in filling intake forms and verified that all provided information was correct • Contacted insurance companies to verify insurance coverages and to follow up on denied claims • Provided patients with information on what to expect during procedures and examinations • Created and maintained inventory of office supplies and dermatology equipment and instruments

In a small office, the MA typically does a variety of tasks, from filing medical reports and greeting patients to assisting the physician during the examinations.

Common Medical Assistant Administrative duties: • Answer telephones • Greet patients • Update and file patient medical records • Fill out insurance forms • Handle correspondence • Schedule appointments • Arrange for hospital admission and laboratory services • Perform billing and bookkeeping Common Medical Assistant Clinical Duties • Record vital signs • Prepare patients for examination • Assist the physician during the examination • Collect and prepare laboratory specimens or perform basic laboratory tests on the premises • Dispose of contaminated supplies • Sterilize medical instruments • Purchase and maintain supplies and equipment • Keep waiting and examining rooms neat and clean.

Some of their tasks include explaining procedures to patients, taking vitals, performing basic tests, assisting during examinations, performing injections, and recording patient information.

Being a certified medical assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants, I am richly experienced in assisting physicians in patients» healthcare education during medical treatment and examination.

Duties of a medical assistant can include, measuring vital signs, performing routine laboratory tests, operating x-ray and electrocardiograph equipment, assisting the doctor during examinations, obtaining referral and surgery pre-authorizations, transcribing patient encounters scheduling appointments and surgeries, preparing and maintaining medical records and ordering supplies.

Some of the tasks they carry out include preparing patients for examination, documenting medical histories, providing instruction on home care, conducting minor assessments, performing minor treatments, and assisting during examinations.

Prepare equipment and aid physician during treatment and examination of patient.

They perform a wide range of administrative duties including but not limited to taking patient's medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, collecting and preparing lab specimens, and assisting other medical professionals during diagnostic examinations.

EKG's are also performed before and after operations, during physicals, examinations of patients over 40, for patients with a history of heart disease, when patients are experiencing chest pains and when the Doctor deems it necessary.

Center for Sight, William J. Lahners, MD Sarasota • FL 2004 — 2005 Clinical Right - Hand Assistant, Refractive Surgery Assistant Served as scribe to ophthalmologist during patient examinations and consultations and assisted with many types of clinical procedures.

Assist physicians during treatment, examination and testing of patients and provide support related to referrals, laboratory work, diagnostic testing and patient education under physician or nurse supervision