Responsibilities/Duties:

• Performs any diagnostic tests quickly and accurately and documents results in patient’s chart.
• Thoroughly explains the nature of exam, tests, or treatment to the patient and maintains accurate records for follow-up of test results. Performs any patient education deemed necessary by the physician.
• Makes appropriate arrangements for follow-up and/or continuing care to include: outpatient procedures, hospital admissions, etc.
• Receives and organizes medical samples daily, maintains inventory of medical supplies and submits requests for medical supplies in writing to the clinic manager.
• Administers injections or medications using appropriate technique as ordered by physician and maintains accurate records of each per regulatory guidelines.
• Screens patient telephone calls, return messages, reports test results as needed, calls in orders and prescriptions and documents neatly and accurately in chart.
• Assists other staff members as needed to ensure smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Accurately audits the patient’s medical records to ensure completeness.
• Obtains any pre-authorizations necessary for the physician to conduct the exam and/or procedure.
• Escorts the patient to the exam room, accurately records vital signs, height, weight, brief history, current medications and prepares the patient for exam.
• Replaces table paper, cleans and stocks exam rooms as needed.
• Completes appropriate paperwork within the realm of authority regarding physical exam in a timely manner.
• Ensures that equipment is clean and/or sterile for the physician’s use.
• Prepares patient for X-ray and completes appropriate forms as necessary.
• Assists the physician during procedures and/or minor surgeries as directed, and cleans up afterwards in a timely manner.