• Knowledge of basic
patient examination techniques, with high awareness of respecting patients» privacy and self respect
Not exact matches
With a quiet reception area that minimizes contact with other animals, pheromone diffusers that relieve anxiety, soft non-slip surfaces on
examination tables, gentle handling
techniques, extended appointment times that allow your cat to get comfortable with the staff and environment, and cage design with ample space and hiding places for hospitalized
patients, our goal is to provide your at with the most pleasant veterinary experience possible.
While these specialized
techniques are ongoing, the hospital also sees and treats the more common veterinary
patients including puppies and kittens for
examinations, vaccination, spay and neutering; provides comprehensive wellness programs to maintain health and detect disease early in its course, and manages
patients with all of the ailments seen at other veterinary facilities.
Through our unique externship program we are able to teach the basics: animal handling, basic physical
examination, basic diagnostics, anesthesia, appropriate
patient / surgeon prep, aseptic
technique, and soft tissue surgical procedures and
techniques (spay, neuter, possibly umbilical hernia repair, and basic soft tissue surgeries).
Assess needs vs. wants for an
examination Select the best location for the physical
examination Assess which body systems should be examined first for individual
patients Choose basic gentle control handling
techniques that minimize stress for your
patients
Performed radiographic
examinations low amount
techniques, positioned
patients, selected and set technical factors and adjusted equipment parameters by taking consideration of physical differences
A typical resume for Chiropractic Assistant mentions the following duties: greeting
patients and collecting medical information, completing
patient charts, taking phone calls, organizing doctor schedules, filing papers, ordering office supplies, tracking insurance claims, maintaining the
examination room clean and organized, doing
patient orientation, answering to questions, and assisting doctors with basic treatments and
techniques.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)-- Duties & Responsibilities Provide support to other staff and coordinate all care efforts while acting as primary point of contact to
patients Perform frequent
patient evaluations, including initial and on - going
examinations, monitoring and tracking of vital signs, executing various minor procedures, and both administering and tracking medication use per physician orders for an extensive variety of conditions Alert physicians to any change in condition and raise concerns when necessary through accurate communication Communicate effectively with other medical staff, family members and interested parties to facilitate the efficient treatment of
patients as well as ensure the timely information flow Collaborate in the development of treatment plans, providing guidance from point of admission through discharge while utilizing initial and on - going assessments to provide correct medical direction Deliver emotional and informational support to
patient, their families, and other interested parties, helping them understand conditions, treatments and potential outcomes Develop and maintain competencies and knowledge of medical
techniques, information, conditions, treatments, medications, and potential interactions, participating actively in all continuing education opportunities Utilize and employ knowledge from clinical rotations in MedSurgical, Telemetry, GI, Emergency Room, Post-Partum, Nursery, Internal Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Family Practice and Urgent Care settings Adhere strictly to local, state, and federal health - related laws in the administration of care, the operation and utilization of all medical equipment and procedures, and treatment of
patients Address
patient and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner
Medical Assistant — Duties & Responsibilities Provide an informed point of contact to
patient, communicating effectively with other medical staff and interested parties to facilitate the efficient execution of procedures for
patients as well as ensure timely information flow Execute frequent
patient evaluations upon escort to
examination rooms, including the monitoring and tracking of vital signs and assistance with minor procedures including EKG, Pap smears, cultures, urinalysis, and others Coordinate all pharmacy - and insurance - related aspects between doctors, physicians, and licensed nursing professionals, including prescription submission, insurance pre-authorization, and referrals Alert physicians to any change in condition and raise concerns when necessary Provide support and supervision to other staff and coordinate all care efforts, including material and equipment prep, procedure and appointment scheduling, vaccine administration,
patient charting, and records management Collaborate in the execution of all plans of treatment, providing assistance and answering questions related to all instructions for home care Aid in the delivery of informational support to
patients, families, and other interested parties, helping them understand conditions, treatments, and potential outcomes Develop and maintain competencies and knowledge of medical
techniques, information, conditions, treatments, medications, and potential interactions Adhere strictly to local, state, and federal health - related laws, as well as facility policies, rules, and procedures, in the administration of care and treatment of
patients Address
patient and doctor queries, resolving them in an expedited manner, while participating in training practices to continue advanced education and leverage facility resources and personnel Track, file, and view important medical documents, receipts, insurance records, and billing invoices on a daily basis, organizing and managing sensitive files and
patient information in an efficient manner Maintain
patient files, entering results into respective databases while auditing for accuracy and completion Assist other personnel with various duties as assigned to facilitate efficient administrative and business operations