Medical Assistant

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists; Terryville (NY); On-site; USD 54,002,000 - 72,462,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Contributions

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant at our Setauket, NY location. This role supports patient intake, specimen collection, and clinical procedures in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

You will perform venipuncture, EKGs, and point-of-care testing, maintain LIS/EMR documentation, and collaborate with physicians to deliver high-quality cancer and blood disorder care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Medical Assistant Certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• At least 1 year of relevant outpatient care or lab experience.
• Proficient in EMR/LIS systems (e.g., LABDAQ).
• Reliable transportation to travel between NYCBS locations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient intakes, recording vital signs, medical history, and patient concerns.
• Perform blood draws, urine dipsticks, stool collection, and rapid tests.
• Perform EKGs and point-of-care testing, assisting under physician/APP.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for visits and assist during exams and in-office treatments.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain infection control.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment such as CBC analyzers and urinalysis machines; handle specimens.
• Run and document lab tests and report critical values.
• Use LIS and EMR to enter and manage lab orders and data.
• Coordinate packaging and sending specimens to external labs (Labcorp/Quest).
• Maintain professional communication with providers, staff, and patients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitask

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

LABDAQ

Job description

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

Locations: Setauket, 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

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
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

• Salary: Starting at $22/hour
• 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

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.