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Online Associate of Science Degree in
Medical Assistant
A Medical Assistant is a professional multi-skilled person who
assists a physician. This person performs duties under the direction of
a physician in all areas of medical practice. Patient care management
includes preparing treatment and examination rooms, taking vital signs,
possible assisting in minor surgical procedures, giving injections,
venipuncture, assisting in laboratory operations, taking X-Rays, and
electrocardiograms. In addition to the clinical aspects, a Medical
Assistant's function in an administrative capacity includes maintaining
patient records, billing, scheduling appointments, ordering supplies,
and handling insurance claims.
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