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 whats 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!

Medical Assistant

Location: Massapequa NY

Hours/Days: 5/8.5 hour days Mon-Fri 7a-7p

Organization: New York Health

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 as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in outpatient care or lab settings

• Proficient in EMR/LIS systems (e.g. LABDAQ)

• Reliable transportation to travel between NYCBS locations

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

• Salary: Starting at $23 per hour (based on experience)

• Opportunities for Growth & Advancement

• A culture of innovation support and excellence in care

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New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.