Medical Assistant Exam Room Inventory

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Who is responsible for confirming that exam room supplies are always stocked on a daily basis?

Doctors

Medical Assistants (correct)

Administrative Staff

Nurses

What is the purpose of labelling exam room draws with item names?

To confuse Medical Assistants

To facilitate patient treatment (correct)

For decoration

To meet hospital policies

What is the key aspect to remain during emergency protocols?

Be loud and assertive

REMAIN CALM (correct)

Rush to the emergency

Call for backup

What protocol is used for setting up the C-Arm device?

C-Arm Protocol Signup and view all the answers

What is the training approach recommended for new medical assistants?

Building block process, starting with basics Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Laser Physical Therapy Protocol?

To treat patients with laser therapy Signup and view all the answers

What is expected from an entry-level medical assistant?

Knowledge of everything expected for their level Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the PADnet Protocol?

To perform PADnet testing on patients Signup and view all the answers

Why is patient communication important during training?

To show confidence in answering patient questions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Orthotics Repair Protocol?

To repair orthotics Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of the onboarding process?

To instill confidence during training Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Medical Assistants in patient treatment?

To assist Doctors and Nurses in patient treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the Code word for emergency protocol 1?

Cotton Candy Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of following protocols in a medical setting?

To ensure patient safety and effective treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the office culture regarding growth and development?

We promote within and allow for growth Signup and view all the answers

Why is patience important during training?

To accommodate different learning styles and paces Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Capital Podiatry Associates?

To develop teamwork within the clinic Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of employees regarding training and development activities?

They must inform their line manager of any training needs and apply learned skills to their daily roles Signup and view all the answers

What is the hierarchy of medical assistant levels at Capital Podiatry Associates?

Entry-Level, Junior, Senior Signup and view all the answers

What determines when a medical assistant can move up to the next level?

The abilities learned and demonstrated by the medical assistant Signup and view all the answers

What is required of medical assistants before moving up to the next level?

Mastering each requirement at their current level Signup and view all the answers

Who is accountable for workforce development at Capital Podiatry Associates?

Capital Podiatry Associates as a whole Signup and view all the answers

What is the contact phone number for Capital Podiatry Associates?

(703) 560 - 3773 Signup and view all the answers

Where is Capital Podiatry Associates located?

Hinson Farm Rd, Alexandria, VA 22306 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

ROOM SUPPLIES/INVENTORY

Medical assistants are responsible for confirming that exam room supplies are always stocked on a daily basis.
All exam room drawers are labeled with item names.

PATIENT PROCEDURES AND PROTOCOLS

C-ARM PROTOCOL

To lock and unlock the C-Arm device, follow specific steps.
Set up the C-Arm correctly for patient procedures.
Use Fluoroscan Insight for patient x-rays.
Take new patient x-rays following specific protocols.
Take a film using specific steps.
Adjust an image using specific steps.
Review images in a session.
Save films using specific steps.
Review a patient's x-ray using specific steps.
Upload images to Tebra following specific steps.

LASER PHYSICAL THERAPY PROTOCOL

Laser therapy is used for treatment.
Set up the laser device correctly.
Start laser therapy following specific steps.
Turn off the laser device following specific steps.
Helpful tips for laser therapy include safety precautions and patient positioning.

PADNET PROTOCOL

Set up the Padnet device correctly.
Schedule patients for Padnet tests.
Prepare patients for the test.
Place cuffs correctly.
Start the Padnet test following specific steps.
Submit Padnet results following specific steps.

ORTHOTICS REPAIR PROTOCOL

Send orthotics for repair following specific steps.
Prepare orthotics for shipping.
Track orthotics repairs.

DOCUMENTATION

Chart preparation protocol includes specific requirements for medical associates.
Entry-level, Junior, and Senior medical associates have different chart preparation requirements.

EMERGENCY PROTOCOLS

Remain calm in emergency situations.
Use code words: Cotton Candy, Pineapple, and Happy Feet for different emergency situations.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

Training should be patient and tailored to individual learning styles.
Goals for each week of training are set.
The "building block process" is used to train new medical assistants.
New medical assistants should start with basic information and build on it daily.

ABOUT US

Capital Podiatry Associates, PC is located in Alexandria, VA.
The clinic's goal is to develop teamwork and a safe environment for staff and patients.

INTRODUCTION

Capital Podiatry Associates is accountable for workforce development and training.
Employees are responsible for informing their line manager of training needs and continued professional development.
Employees must apply learned skills to their daily roles and responsibilities.
Medical assistants progress through three levels: Entry-level, Junior, and Senior.

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Learn about the importance of maintaining medical supplies in an exam room, including daily stock checks and labelling of exam room draws.