Medical Assistants

Workers in this unit group perform, within a public health service or institution, limited diagnostic, preventive and curative medical tasks, mainly in connection with the common diseases of the region. They may work independently or under the general direction of a fully qualified physician. Their theoretical and practical training in medicine is less than that of fully qualified physicians (classified in 0-61). In some countries the functions of medical assistants are carried out solely by physicians.

Medical Assistants

Workers in this unit group perform, within a public health service or institution, limited diagnostic, preventive and curative medical tasks, mainly in connection with the common diseases of the region. They may work independently or under the general direction of a fully qualified physician. Their theoretical and practical training in medicine is less than that of fully qualified physicians (classified in 0-61). In some countries the functions of medical assistants are carried out solely by physicians.