Why Join Our Team?
At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) , we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and our communities. Our passionate team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals work together to provide world-class cancer care close to home. By offering cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered approach, we are redefining what's possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders.
If you want to be part of a growing organization committed to healing, hope, and advanced care , join us and help make a meaningful impact!
Job Description :
Medical Assistant- Float
Locations : Suffolk County, NY
Hours / Days : 4-10hr shifts (RDO options of Tues, Wed, or Thurs)
Organization : New York Cancer and Blood Specialists
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care : Manage patient intakes, ensuring accurate information is recorded, including vital signs, medical history, and patient concerns.
- Venipuncture & Specimen Collection : Perform blood draws, urine dipsticks, stool collection, and rapid tests such as Strep, Flu, COVID, and RSV, ensuring proper labeling and handling of all specimens.
- Diagnostic Testing : Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing, and assist in other diagnostic procedures under the direct supervision of a Physician or APP.
- Clinical Assistance : Prepare patients and exam rooms for visits and procedures, and assist providers during physical exams and in-office treatments.
- Instrument Sterilization : Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical equipment and instruments to ensure patient safety and infection control.
- Laboratory Support : Operate and maintain lab equipment such as CBC analyzers and urinalysis machines; prepare, process, and store specimens appropriately (room temp, refrigerated, or frozen).
- Quality Control : Run and document various lab tests including glucose monitoring, PT / INR, urine pregnancy, and fecal occult blood; conduct and troubleshoot quality control procedures and report critical values.
- Electronic Documentation : Utilize Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to enter, verify, and manage lab orders and clinical data.
- Reference Lab Coordination : Package and send out specimens to external labs such as Labcorp and Quest, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
- Communication & Teamwork : Maintain professional communication with providers, staff, and patients, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Multi-Site Flexibility : Adapt to workflow changes and provide support across multiple NYCBS locations
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalentValid Medical Assistant CertificationCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationAt least 1 year of relevant experience in outpatient care or lab settingsProficient in EMR / LIS systems (e.g., LABDAQ)Reliable transportation to travel between NYCBS locationsBilingual (English / Spanish) preferredStrong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to travel to all of our Suffolk county locationsWhat We Offer
Salary : Starting at $22 / hour (based on experience)Benefits from Day One : Health, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability401(k) Plan with Company ContributionsGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Paid Holidays (2 Floating)Opportunities for Growth & AdvancementA culture of innovation, support, and excellence in careApply Today!
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New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.