A professional who cares for and treats patients in medical office, as directed by physician. Responsibilities include:

• Prepares patient for and assists with examinations.
• Administers injections and medications, dresses wounds and incisions, interprets physician's instructions to patients, assists with emergency and minor surgery, and performs related tasks as directed.
• Maintains records of vital statistics and other pertinent data of patient.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment, and maintains stock of supplies.
• May conduct specified laboratory tests.
• May record and develop electrocardiograms.
• May act as receptionist, perform secretarial duties, and prepare monthly statements.