Podiatrist assistant vs registered medical assistant

Differences between podiatrist assistant and registered medical assistant duties and responsibilities

Podiatrist assistant example responsibilities.

• Adhere to OSHA guidelines while performing instrument sterilization in addition to managing medical inventory.
• Experience with EMR software, scheduling appointments.
• Certify to perform x-rays of the foot and ankle.
• Keep track of orthotics orders, castings, and diabetic shoes fittings.
• Explain how to properly use and care for new prosthetics and orthotics.
• Verify patients insurance using the computer system require.
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Registered medical assistant example responsibilities.

• Generate referral letters for physician, manage and sort medical documents within the EHR system, and assist with e-prescribing.
• Demonstrate clinical competency and compassion in providing care, using technology, performing procedures and managing emergencies.
• Attain medical histories, explain treatment procedures to patients, prepare patients for examination, and assist during diagnostic examinations.
• Front and back administrative duties, answering phones, scheduling appointments and compliance with HIPAA, CLIA, and OSHA regulations.
• Conduct lab tests in the areas of hematology, coagulation, urinalysis and serology collections.
• Run testing, calibration and controls of high complexity specialize in areas of chemistry and hematology.
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