Not exact matches
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.
The pre-existing condition limitation does not apply to the emergency
medical evacuation or return of remains coverage; any amount paid or payable under any worker's compensation, disability benefit or similar law; a loss or damage caused by detention, confiscation or destruction by customs; elective treatment and
procedures;
medical treatment
during or arising from a trip undertaken for the purpose or intent of securing
medical treatment; an assessment from a legally qualified
physician advising you in writing that you, a traveling companion, family member or business partner booked to travel with you are not medically fit to travel, as defined in the plan documents, at the time of purchase of coverage for a trip.
Largely employed in hospital settings, diagnostic
medical sonographers and cardiovascular technologists and technicians are trained in the use of special equipment in order to create images and conduct tests used by
physicians to diagnose
medical conditions as well as to aid
during surgical
procedures.
Anesthesiologists are
physicians responsible for administering anesthetics
during surgery and other
medical procedures.
A
medical assistant with
medical care duties may take a patient's blood pressure, prepare them for an examination or assist
physicians during minor
procedures.
• Assisted general
physicians and surgeons
during medical examinations /
procedures as and when required.
Their job responsibilities involve working with patients in a clinical context, assisting
physicians during procedures, and performing light
medical procedures.
Anyone who possesses these skills, and is also ready to act as a
physician's assistant
during a
medical procedure, is well on the road to success.
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 pro
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 pro
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 pro
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 pro
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 pro
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 pro
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 pro
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 pro
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
Clinical responsibilities include taking
medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment
procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, and assisting the
physician during examinations.
• Particularly useful in assisting
physicians and healthcare professionals
during surgery and other
medical procedures.
Prepares patients for examinations, takes
medical histories, assists the
physician during the examination, explains
medical procedures to patients.
Various tasks include recording vital signs and
medical histories, preparing patients for clinical examinations, explaining diagnostic tests and treatment
procedures to patients, and assisting
physicians during clinical examinations.
• Greeting patients and making them feel comfortable • Using computer applications to check or record information about the patient, update and file patient
medical records, fill up insurance forms, and to schedule appointments • Answering telephones • Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services • Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping • Dealing with the patients for examination • Explaining
procedures to patients • Instructing patients about medication and administering them as directed by the
physician • Assisting the
physician during exams • Performing basic laboratory tests • Authorizing prescription refills as directed • Assisting the
physician during exams • Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens • Performing basic laboratory tests • Drawing blood • Taking electrocardiograms • Removing sutures and changing dressings • All other duties as assigned by the clinic or practice administrator
Clinical
medical assistants work more closely with patients and
physicians during procedures.
Perform clinical tasks include taking
medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment
procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, and assisting the
physician during the examination.