Optometry assistant vs medical assistant/phlebotomist

Differences between optometry assistant and medical assistant/phlebotomist duties and responsibilities

Optometry assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage telecommunications, provide patient telephone triage and documentation thereof.
• Provide explanations to patients about procedures and protocols.
• Administer preliminary testing to patients prior to their eye examination.
• Perform venipuncture procedures and administer intramuscular vaccinations
• Answer phones and handle some billing to MVP, VSP and Medicare plans.
• Perform patient pretesting (VF's, fundus photography, topography and OCT's etc . )
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Medical assistant/phlebotomist example responsibilities.

• Demonstrate clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, performing procedures and managing emergencies.
• Provide back-office support, inventory control, training and supervision to ensure compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
• Used CPR training on several occasions.
• Assist physician in the operating room during surgery and delivery.
• Validate and ensure that forms for the releases of information are current, accurate and complete as defined by HIPAA.
• Sanitize equipment and follow OSHA guidelines.
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