Medical Assistants
Career Snapshot
ABOUT MEDICAL ASSISTANT CAREERS
Every time nurses or physicians treat a patient, they keep records of what they observe and do, such as x-ray and examination results, diagnoses, and treatment plans. Medical technologists are essentially archivists that are in charge of arranging and maintaining medical documents.
Doctors and nurses rely on the work of medical records technicians, who labour tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that all documents and paperwork are properly identified, signed, and filed. Because computer programmes are needed to organise and analyse the ever-increasing amount of medical information, anyone interested in this field should be prepared to work at a computer for extended amounts of time.
Because the accuracy of all of this information is critical, medical record technicians must pay close attention to detail. This profession provides satisfaction not just via the challenges that come on a daily basis, but also through the awareness that medical records technicians are assisting in the provision of high-quality patient care.
Characteristics
Physical demands
Dealing and handling conflicts
Leadership
Critical decision making
Level of responsibilities
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Competition for this position
Communication with others
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Comfort of the work setting
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Exposure to job hazards
Activities
Assisting and Caring for Others
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Documenting/Recording Information
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Getting Information
Interacting With Computers
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Areas of Study
Administration and Management
Clerical
Computers and Electronics
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Medicine and Dentistry
Psychology
Public Safety and Security
Degrees
Colleges
Top Skills
Active Listening
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Reading Comprehension
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Writing