Medical Assistant - Float

OneOncology•New York, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), the organization is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients, their families, and communities. Their team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals provides world-class cancer care close to home, offering cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered approach. The Medical Assistant - Float role is based in various NYCBS locations including Central Park, Upper East Side, Yorkville, and Kips Bay, NY, with 5/8.5 hour shifts, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm. This position is crucial for supporting the organization's commitment to healing, hope, and advanced care in the fight against cancer and blood disorders.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Medical Assistant Certification
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
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Manage patient intakes, ensuring accurate information is recorded, including vital signs, medical history, and patient concerns.
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.
Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing, and assist in other diagnostic procedures under the direct supervision of a Physician or APP.
Prepare patients and exam rooms for visits and procedures, and assist providers during physical exams and in-office treatments.
Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical equipment and instruments to ensure patient safety and infection control.
Operate and maintain lab equipment such as CBC analyzers and urinalysis machines; prepare, process, and store specimens appropriately (room temp, refrigerated, or frozen).
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.
Utilize Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to enter, verify, and manage lab orders and clinical data.
Package and send out specimens to external labs such as Labcorp and Quest, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
Maintain professional communication with providers, staff, and patients, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Adapt to workflow changes and provide support across multiple NYCBS locations as needed.