Medical Assistant
CurrentRecord patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.Collect urine specimens, log specimens, and prepare them for testing.Schedule appointments for patients.Greet and log in patients arriving at the office.Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.Operate office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, or phone systems and arrange for repairs when equipment malfunctions.Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.