Sunday, October 14, 2007

Medical Assisting

You're a “people person” and like the medical profession. You want to be a vital member of a health care team. When you think about your dream job, it combines both medical office management and clinical experience. Check out the Medical Assisting profession...
The ProgramMedical Assisting- At St. Augustine School of Medical Assistants ... Medical assistants are multi-skilled health professionals. They work in many different roles in physician's offices, clinics and other health care facilities.
Medical assisting includes clinical responsibilities may include:
Measuring vital signs
Assisting with examinations
Sterilizing surgical instruments
Administering medication
Assisting with minor office surgery
Performing cardiopulmonary testing
Laboratory testing in urinalysis, hematology, and microbiology.
Medical assisting also includes medical management