Medical Assistant (Bilingual English/Spanish)

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists•New York, NY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Washington Heights, New York location. The role supports patient care and laboratory operations, including patient intake, specimen collection and testing, diagnostic procedures, exam-room preparation, equipment sterilization, clinical documentation, and coordination with reference laboratories. The Medical Assistant works with physicians, advanced practice providers, staff, and patients, and may provide support across multiple NYCBS locations as needed. The schedule is five days of 8.5 hours, from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, medical assistant certification, current BLS certification, and at least one year of relevant outpatient-care or laboratory experience. English/Spanish bilingual ability is preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Medical Assistant certification.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
At least one year of relevant experience in outpatient care or laboratory settings.
Proficiency with EMR/LIS systems, such as 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 ability.

Responsibilities

Manage patient intake and record vital signs, medical history, and patient concerns accurately.
Perform blood draws, urine dipsticks, stool collection, and rapid tests such as Strep, Flu, COVID, and RSV; label and handle specimens properly.
Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing, and assist with 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.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including CBC analyzers and urinalysis machines; prepare, process, and store specimens appropriately.
Run and document laboratory tests such as glucose monitoring, PT/INR, urine pregnancy, and fecal occult blood; 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 laboratory 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.