Medical Assistant

**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!**Job Description:**# **Medical Assistant****Location: Brooklyn, NY****Hours/Days: 4/10 Hour Shifts (Mon-Fri with an RDO) - 7:30am-6:30pm****Organization: New York Cancer and Blood Specialists****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*** **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*** **Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred*** **Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment****What We Offer*** **Salary: Starting at $24/hour (based on experience)*** **Benefits from Day One: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance*** **Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability*** **401(k) Plan with Company Contributions*** **Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 Paid Holidays (2 Floating)*** **Opportunities for Growth & Advancement*** **A culture of innovation, support, and excellence in care****Apply Today!****Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.****Visit us:****Follow us: NYCBS on Facebook****New York Cancer and Blood Specialists

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