As a medical assistant, you will play a key role in a
patient's visit to the physician's office. Because you will
begin the examination by interviewing the patient, you
will set the tone of the visit. Keep in mind that some patients
may be nervous or uncomfortable. It is important to
make them feel at ease. Using interviewing skills effectively
will help make the interview productive as well as
comfortable for the patient. Taking a thorough history and
using proper documentation methods will also allow you
to ensure that patient records are complete and accurate.
They will also help the practitioner to diagnose and treat
the patient successfully. |