The Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT) Unit at Sentara Northern Virginia Hospital is an essential part of the surgical services department, delivering comprehensive preoperative assessments for approximately 400 surgical cases per month across specialties such as Complex GYN, Neurosurgery, Vascular/Thoracic, and Orthopedic surgery. The Certified Medical Assistant performs patient care and administrative/clerical related tasks and procedures based on training, education, and competency evaluations, and as delegated by and under the direction/supervision of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA), Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).