Free Medical Assistant Extern Checklist

Ensure you are well-prepared before starting your medical assistant externship. Seek guidance from your program coordinator and mentors if needed. Best of luck in your externship!

Directions: Please use this checklist to ensure you are well-prepared for your medical assistant externship. Tick the appropriate box for each item to confirm your readiness.

Professional Attire:

• Yes - I have appropriate professional attire for my externship.

• No - I need to update my wardrobe.

Required Documentation:

• Yes - I have provided all necessary documentation to the medical facility.

• No - I need to complete and submit required paperwork.

Knowledge of HIPAA:

• Yes - I understand and will adhere to HIPAA regulations.

• No - I need to review HIPAA guidelines.

Medical Tools Familiarity:

• Yes - I am familiar with common medical tools and equipment.

• No - I need to review or receive training on medical tools.

Patient Interaction:

• Yes - I am comfortable interacting with patients.

• No - I need more practice in patient communication.

Medical Terminology:

• Yes - I have a good understanding of medical terminology.

• No - I need to improve my medical vocabulary.

Basic Medical Procedures:

• Yes - I am proficient in basic medical procedures (e.g., taking vitals, administering injections).

• No - I need additional training.

Emergency Response Training:

• Yes - I am trained in basic emergency response procedures.

• No - I need emergency response training.

EHR Proficiency:

• Yes - I am familiar with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.

• No - I need training on EHR usage.

Time Management:

• Yes - I am good at managing my time efficiently.

• No - I need to work on my time management skills.

Supervision and Mentorship:

• Yes - I have a designated supervisor/mentor at the externship site.

• No - I need clarification on my supervisor/mentor.

OSHA Guidelines:

• Yes - I am aware of and will follow OSHA guidelines.

• No - I need to review OSHA regulations.

Medical Ethics:

• Yes - I understand and will adhere to ethical standards in healthcare.

• No - I need a refresher on medical ethics.

Continual Learning:

• Yes - I am committed to continuous learning and improvement.

• No - I need to develop a plan for ongoing education.

Feedback and Evaluation:

• Yes - I am open to receiving feedback and evaluations.

• No - I need guidance on how to receive and act on feedback.

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