What does a medical assistant do on a daily basis?

A medical assistant performs administrative tasks, clinical tasks, and communicates with patients on a daily basis. Here are some details on the common daily activities of a medical assistant:

• Performs administrative tasks. Medical assistants may work in doctors' offices, hospitals, or other medical facilities. Their job is mainly administrative. They may be tasked with calling patients to schedule appointments or follow up care, and may help with bookkeeping. Most of their duties are performed at a desk in a medical facility.
• Clinical tasks. Medical assistants also participate in clinical tasks on a daily basis. This includes taking vital signs, performing basic physical exams, and assisting doctors in certain activities. Other common tasks include preparing patients for exams and treatments, administering medications, and operating and monitoring equipment.
• Communicates with patients. Another key activity is to educate patients and their family members on medical conditions, medications, and treatments. They lend an ear to patient and family concerns, and answer their questions when possible. Some medical assistants also help nurses during these activities.