Automotive specialty technician vs certified medical technician

Differences between automotive specialty technician and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Automotive specialty technician example responsibilities.

• Use EMR software to manage patient records and files; reinforce and uphold patient confidentiality as required by HIPAA and clinic.
• Follow all HIPAA guidelines with no exception.
• Perform routine patient phlebotomy, EKG, and transport for inpatient and outpatient medical analysis.
• Perform procedures under direction of the provider (phlebotomy, EKG, glucose monitoring, and Foley insertion, etc . )
• Field incoming communications, perform administrative duties such as chart upkeep and telemetry monitoring with close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Explain dialysis procedure and operation of hemodialysis machine to patient and calculate the proper amount for fluid removal during dialysis procedure.

Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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