Definition of Medical Asst Flashcards
1
Q
What is a medical asst
A
multiskilled allied health professionals specifically educated to work in ambulatory settings performing administrative, laboratory and clinical duties
2
Q
what are 5 admin duties
A
handling telephone calls using written and oral communication scheduling appts processing payroll maintaining medical records
3
Q
what are 5 clinical/lab duties
A
preparing pts for exam obtaining vitals collecting and processing lab specimens documenting in medical record performing ECG's
4
Q
What is it to have a strong work ethic
A
always do the right thing exceed expectations be a team player be self-motivated be committed to the organization
5
Q
what are the 8 characteristics of a professional med asst
A
excellent written and oral communication skills maturity accuracy honesty ability to respect pt confidentiality empathy initiative and responsibility
