Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification provides the knowledge and skills needed to assist in a medical practice under supervision by and in the context of a consultation being conducted by a medical practitioner.
A medical assistant may work under the supervision of a health care professional other than a medical practitioner, but this should only occur where:
- the health care professional is in the same practice as the medical practitioner and
- the medical practitioner has agreed to the other health professional providing the supervision.
The medical assisting work role includes a broad range of administrative functions, identified tasks of a clinical assisting nature and, where appropriate, provision of client support and guidance in relation to identified treatment issues as per instruction from the health care practitioner.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeships pathways.
Occupational title for these workers is:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 25 units of competency are required for this qualification, including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
BSBMED301B Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
BSBMED302B Prepare and process medical accounts
BSBMED303B Maintain patient records
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTCOM407B Provide reception services for a practice
HLTCSD306C Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co -workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander people
HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTIN302B Process reusable instruments and equipment in health work (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
HLTMAMP401B Assist with clinical measurements in a medical practice (Note pre-requ: HLTFA301C)
HLTMAMP402B Assist with clinical procedures in a medical practice (Note pre-requ: HLTFA301C)
HLTMAMP404B Maintain medication stocks in a medical practice
HLTMAMP405B Coordinate effective functioning of a medical practice
HLTMAMP406B Manage emergency clients in a medical practice (Note pre-requ: HLTFA301C)
HLTMAMP407B Facilitate a coordinated approach to client care
HLTMAMP408B Administer the information management system of a medical practice
HLTMAMP409B Handle specimens in a medical practice
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
Relevant electives
The following sample electives are provided. Electives may be selected in line with the Packaging Rules.
BSBITU306A Design and produce business documents
BSBMED401B Manage patient record keeping system
HLTFA402C Apply advanced first aid (Note pre-requ: HLTFA301C)
HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes
HLTSTE301C Clean reusable medical equipment (Note pre-requ: HLTIN301C)
