Doctor assistant vs surgical assistant

Differences between doctor assistant and surgical 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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Surgical assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage medical records and document examination notes, prescriptions, and procedure details in EMR.
• Manage surgical scheduling, cataract evaluations, ultrasounds, keratometry, IOL selection, and preoperative exam for surgery.
• Prepare patients for examination by taking their vitals, and performing EKG when need.
• Assist with all dental procedures, order all supplies, maintain equipment and OSHA handbook.
• Assist surgeons in surgical procedures making incisions, manipulating tissues and organs, cauterizing, suturing and dressing wounds.
• Interview patients, review patient medical history, gather and educate patients on their medications.
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