Doctor assistant vs optometric assistant

Differences between doctor assistant and optometric assistant duties and responsibilities

Doctor assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage communication between patients and doctor to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans and manage all triage calls.
• Manage the movement of patient's through the ER from triage to discharge or to the floor once admit.
• Demonstrate clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, performing procedures and managing emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality with patients and follow HIPAA regulations.
• Perform background physical evaluation with patients -assist physicians with daily patient care -Liaison between patients and attending physician.
• Handle medical emergencies by employing knowledge of first aid and CPR.
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Optometric assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage telecommunications, provide patient telephone triage and documentation thereof.
• Utilize organization skills in managing business operation keeping Dr. Rivera on schedule.
• Maintain medical records in accordance with HIPAA.
• Administer vaccines, EKG and Spirometry testing.
• Test patients for glaucoma and cataracts on NCT machine.
• Assist physicians with injections, EKG testing, treadmill tests.
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