Medical Assistant

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists•New York City, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant to support outpatient cancer and blood-disorder care at its Bronx, NY location. The role includes patient intake, specimen collection and testing, diagnostic procedures, clinical support, laboratory operations, quality control, and electronic documentation. The Medical Assistant works under the direct supervision of a Physician or APP for diagnostic testing and assists with care across multiple NYCBS locations as needed. The schedule is five 8.5-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

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 laboratory settings.
Proficiency with EMR/LIS systems, such as LABDAQ.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Manage patient intake and accurately record vital signs, medical history, and patient concerns.
Perform blood draws, urine dipsticks, stool collection, and rapid Strep, Flu, COVID, and RSV tests; label and handle specimens properly.
Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing, and assist with 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 support patient safety and infection control.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including CBC analyzers and urinalysis machines; prepare, process, and store specimens under appropriate conditions.
Run and document laboratory tests, including glucose monitoring, PT/INR, urine pregnancy, and fecal occult blood tests; conduct and troubleshoot quality-control procedures and report critical values.
Use Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to enter, verify, and manage lab orders and clinical data.
Package and send specimens to external laboratories such as Labcorp and Quest, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
Communicate professionally 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.