Medical Assistant- Float

• Why Join Our Team?
• 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- Float Location: Poughkeepsie, Fishkill, Yorktown, NY Hours/Days: 5 8.5 Hour Shifts; Monday - Friday (between 7:30am-6:00pm) Organization: New York Cancer and Blood Specialists (NYCBS) 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 - preferred Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification- preferred At least 1 year of relevant experience in outpatient care or lab settings- preferred Previous work in EMR/LIS systems (e.g., LABDAQ)-preferred Reliable transportation to travel between NYCBS locations Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment