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1.
Medical Equipment
Examination and Diagnostic:
- Examination tables and chairs
- Stethoscopes
- Blood pressure cuffs
- Thermometers (digital, ear, temporal)
- Otoscopes and ophthalmoscopes
- Pulse oximeters
- EKG/ECG machines
- Spirometers
- Glucometers
- Reflex hammers
Imaging:
- X-ray machines (with lead aprons)
- Ultrasound machines
Treatment and Procedures:
- Defibrillators (AEDs)
- Nebulizers
- Oxygen tanks and masks
- Suction machines
- Minor surgical instruments (scalpels, forceps, suturing kits)
- Wound care supplies (bandages, dressings, splints)
- IV poles and infusion pumps
- Casting supplies (plaster, fiberglass)
2.
Medical Supplies
Consumables:
- Syringes and needles
- Alcohol swabs / Gauze, cotton balls, and swabs
- Gloves (nitrile, latex)
- Sterile drapes
- Sterilization pouches and indicators
Pharmaceuticals:
- Common medications (antibiotics, analgesics, antihistamines)
- Vaccines
- Emergency medications (epinephrine, nitroglycerin)
- Topical anesthetics
- IV fluids and electrolytes
3.
Laboratory Supplies
Equipment:
- Centrifuges
- Microscopes
- Lab refrigerators
- Point-of-care testing devices (for blood glucose, hemoglobin, etc.)
Consumables:
- Test tubes
- Specimen collection containers (urine, blood, stool)
- Reagents and lab chemicals
- Pipettes and pipette tips
4.
Administrative Supplies
Office Equipment:
- Computers and monitors
- Printers and scanners
- Telephone systems / Fax machines
Furniture:
- Desks and Chairs
- Filing cabinets
- Waiting room chairs and tables
Supplies:
- Office stationery (pens, paper, folders)
- Patient charts and forms
- Prescription pads
- Appointment scheduling software
- Billing software and systems
5.
Facility Infrastructure
Safety:
- Fire extinguishers
- Emergency lighting
- First aid kits
- Spill kits
Utilities:
- HVAC systems
- Plumbing (sinks, restrooms)
- Electrical outlets and surge protectors
Sanitation:
- Autoclaves (for sterilization)
- Cleaning supplies
- Waste disposal containers (sharps, biohazard)
6.
Patient Comfort and Convenience
Amenities:
- Wi-Fi access
- Water dispensers
- Televisions or reading materials for waiting areas
Restrooms:
- Hand sanitizer dispensers
- Paper towels and tissues
- Baby changing stations
7.
Miscellaneous
Identification:
- Staff ID badges
- Signage (internal and external)
- Name tags
Security:
- Surveillance cameras
- Alarm systems
- Secure access controls
8.
Regulatory Compliance
Licenses and Certifications:
- Medical practice licenses
- Staff credentials and certifications
- Regulatory compliance documentation (OSHA, HIPAA)
Legal:
- Insurance (liability, malpractice)
- Contracts and agreements (vendor, staff)
Plan for regular maintenance, staff training on new equipment, and contingency plans for supply chain disruptions. Customize this list based on your urgent care's specific services and patient demographics.
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