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Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$38,045 / year median in Texas
+19% projected growth
Job Description
MAs will assist special needs adults with daily activities as well as administering medication, the core functions on the job include: Be a fast learner, be positive. Take vital signs Turn or reposition patients who are bedridden Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors and report back to families. Lift patients into beds, wheelchairs, exam tables, etc. Answer calls within the shift Examine patients for bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds Clean and sanitize patient areas Help bathe individuals Keep MARS updated Keep all medical documentation/notes updated. Administer medication to individuals. Transfer patients to and from doctor appointments. Communicate back to relatives.