Doctor assistant vs patient care technician

Differences between doctor assistant and patient care technician 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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Patient care technician example responsibilities.

• Manage care and prepare medical records, transcription and supply orders.
• Manage daily care of high acuity patients with neurological trauma/disorders and post-surgery.
• Qualify to perform patient care responsibilities on catheter patients.
• Transport patients using wheelchairs and stretchers and assist patients to ambulate safely.
• Assist with transferring patients in and out of wheelchairs, recliners, and stretchers.
• Apply protective restraints safely and appropriately, assist in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients as needed.
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