Medical Assistant

New York Health • Great Neck, NY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

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! This role is with New York Health (NYH) Breast in Great Neck, NY. The hours are 5 8.5 hour shifts, Mon-Fri between 7am-6:30pm.

Requirements

• A Medical Assistant Certificate and a High School Diploma
• Proficiency with an EMR system
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, standing, bending and reaching
• Knowledge of standard precautions and the ability to utilize appropriate PPE when handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Reliable transportation to travel to NYH locations for patient care needs

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with an EMR system

Responsibilities

• Manage patient intakes, ensuring accurate information recording
• Collect and process lab specimens, including venipuncture and diagnostic tests
• Record patients' vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations
• Sterilize medical equipment and instruments
• Assist providers and other support staff in the data entry process
• Assist physicians during visits with examinations and all office procedures
• Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• health insurance from day one
• dental and vision
• life insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• 401k
• PTO
• 8 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED