12100 MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Assists physicians in examination and treatment of patients, and
performs clerical tasks related to administration of office. Prepares
treatment rooms for examination of patient. Interviews patient and checks
pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height. Drapes patient with
covering and positions instruments and equipment. Hands instruments and
materials to doctor as directed. Collects and prepares specimens for
shipment to medical laboratories. Takes electrocardiograms. Telephones
prescriptions to pharmacy, and authorizes refills as directed. Schedules
appointments; arranges for hospital admission and laboratory services;
receives money for bills; completes insurance forms; maintains financial
records; and records and files patient charts and medical records. May use
word processor and personal computer to perform administrative duties.
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