The Medical assistant is an integral part of the healthcare team. They primarily staff doctor's offices and urgent cares. They can also be found in hospitals. They perform such duties as:

• Administer Vaccinations and medications

• Perform EKG, phlebotomy as well as other specimen collection procedures

• Assessment of vital signs

• Provide assistance with exams and procedures

• Perform billing and coding

• Work the front desk of the doctor office: answer phones, schedule appointments, verify insurance.

• Maintain health records