Sentences with phrase «during medical procedures such»

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Pacifiers help calm babies when fussy and soothe them during stress or medical procedures such as shots or blood work.

Avoid any unnecessary procedures such as weighing your baby during this time (unless there's a medical emergency of course)

Typically, policies and protocols for prehospital interventions are established at a regional or statewide trauma system level, which allows first responders such as EMTs and paramedics to determine what, if any, medical procedures should be performed prior to and during transport to the hospital, says Haut.

CJD can be caused by genetic mutations, by exposure to contaminated foods (as with so - called mad cow disease) or even, in rare cases, from accidental exposures during medical procedures, such as surgery or other invasive treatments.

Should your physician make a serious mistake during a procedure or do something ethically wrong, such as misrepresent his or her credentials, you may be able to file a medical malpractice suit.

• Evaluated patients to determine their medical / nursing needs and created and implemented correlating nursing programs • Administered medication through mouth and IVs and ensure that any IM administrations are handled timely and efficiently • Provided support to patients with daily life tasks such as grooming, toileting and washing • Monitored and recorded patients» vitals and ensured that any significant changes were communicated to the doctor or nurse manager • Educated patients and their families about what to expect during medical procedures and care

MOUNTAIN WEST MEDICAL CENTER, Brookfield, WI (3/2013 to Present) Phlebotomist • Greet patients and review lab request forms to determine what tests need to be performed • Schedule testing appointments and prepare specimen labels • Verify patient information by inquiring into patient identity and check patient tags to re-verify patient information • Use a variety of blood obtaining procedures such as venipunctures and butterfly needle punctures to draw blood • Collect samples in pre-labeled sample bottles and ensure that they are properly stored • Affix appropriate labels on specimens and prepare specimens for delivery / shipment purposes • Dispose of biological waste and needles in an appropriate and safe manner • Handle patient registration and order entry into the laboratory database system • Log in drawn specimens and add footnotes where appropriate • Provide patients with information on what to expect during blood drawing and when to expect results

As a Mississippi medical assistant you will perform duties such as checking and recording vital signs to the patient's record (blood pressure, height, weight, pulse, etc.); informing patients about procedures, medications, diets, etc.; aiding the doctor during the examination process; and collecting blood samples or other specimens for analysis.

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 proMEDICAL 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 proMEDICAL 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 proMedical 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 proMedical 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 promedical 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 promedical 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 promedical 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 promedical 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

Castle Medical Center, New York, NY (11/2012 to Present) Emergency Department Technician • Receive patients in emergency conditions and ensure that immediate preparations are carried out to deal with their conditions • Assist doctors and nurses in providing emergency care by providing them with necessary backup support • Take and record patients» vitals such as pulse, temperature and blood pressure • Record patient history by interviewing family members • Take and record insurance information and provide families with information on any copays • Bandage wounds after cleaning and sterilizing them and ensure any needed splints are installed • Observe patients» conditions and alert medical staff members of any changes that may need to be looked into • Take samples of body fluids and arrange for them to be sent to laboratories for testing purposes • Assist in positioning patients to ensure their physical comfort and wellbeing • Operate equipment such as heart monitors and ECG machines • Clean and maintain all instruments and equipment used during emergency care procedures • Maintain medical supplies such as rubbing alcohol, swabs, bandages and Medical Center, New York, NY (11/2012 to Present) Emergency Department Technician • Receive patients in emergency conditions and ensure that immediate preparations are carried out to deal with their conditions • Assist doctors and nurses in providing emergency care by providing them with necessary backup support • Take and record patients» vitals such as pulse, temperature and blood pressure • Record patient history by interviewing family members • Take and record insurance information and provide families with information on any copays • Bandage wounds after cleaning and sterilizing them and ensure any needed splints are installed • Observe patients» conditions and alert medical staff members of any changes that may need to be looked into • Take samples of body fluids and arrange for them to be sent to laboratories for testing purposes • Assist in positioning patients to ensure their physical comfort and wellbeing • Operate equipment such as heart monitors and ECG machines • Clean and maintain all instruments and equipment used during emergency care procedures • Maintain medical supplies such as rubbing alcohol, swabs, bandages and medical staff members of any changes that may need to be looked into • Take samples of body fluids and arrange for them to be sent to laboratories for testing purposes • Assist in positioning patients to ensure their physical comfort and wellbeing • Operate equipment such as heart monitors and ECG machines • Clean and maintain all instruments and equipment used during emergency care procedures • Maintain medical supplies such as rubbing alcohol, swabs, bandages and medical supplies such as rubbing alcohol, swabs, bandages and splints

• Welcome clients and inquire into their purpose of visit • Listen intently to determine clients» requirements and provide suggestions on procedures • Interview clients to determine if they have any medical conditions that may hinder therapy treatments • Ask for and verify doctors» orders (if any) to ensure that the treatment is safe for the client • Provide clients with information on different types of available therapies and procedures such as facials and manicure and pedicure • Arrange for auxiliary treatments to be administered during main procedures

In your role as a medical assistant each aspect of a patient encounter, whether directly face - to - face, or over the phone, should be carefully documented to protect yourself, your employer and also the patient: ask about personal and family histories, allergies to medications, or latex, medications administered and prescribed, physical exam findings (such as vital signs), imaging and lab test results, discussions with patients, including specific questions and responses and procedures performed during course of the visit.

Clinical duties vary according to state law and include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, explaining treatment procedures and educating patients, preparing patients for examination, assisting during the examination, collecting blood and other specimen samples, and performing basic lab procedures on those specimens, assist in minor office surgeries, and complete tests such as electrocardiogram, urinalysis, holter monitor, and spirometry to name a few.