Closing the office quiz

Step 1

Wait until the last patient has left before beginning to close

Step 2

Run reports. These may include end of the day reports and credit card closeouts

Step 3

pull patient charts for the next day, if time allows

step 4

secure confidential information, like patient charts, in a locked cabinet

Step 5

Count and store petty cash and other receipts in the office safe

Step 6

shut down administrative equipment

Step 7

Straighten reception area

Step 8

clean the exam rooms

Step 9

Straighten the front office

Step 10

Adjust the thermostat

Step 11

turn off the music

Step 12

notify the answering service that the office is closed and where to call if there is an emergency

Step 13

Change the open/closed sign to indicate that the office is closed

Step 14

Turn off the lights

Step 15

Activate the alarm system, if applicable

Step 16

Lock the office