How do they match: Medical Assistants

  • Operate x-ray, electrocardiogram (EKG), or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.
  • Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.
  • Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments or materials or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures.
  • Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.

  • Operate medical equipment.
  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Assess physical conditions of patients to aid in diagnosis or treatment.
  • Clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms.
  • Prepare patient treatment areas for use.