Medical Assistant

OneOncology; Town of Riverhead (NY); In loco; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

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Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant in Riverhead, NY. The role supports patient intake, specimen collection, diagnostic testing, and clinical assistance under physician or APP supervision.

Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, maintaining sterility, handling LIS/EMR entries, and coordinating with external labs. The position offers benefits and opportunities for growth within a patient-centered care team.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• At least 1 year outpatient care or lab experience.
• Proficient with EMR/LIS systems (e.g., LABDAQ).
• Strong attention to detail and multitasking ability in a fast-paced setting.

Mansioni

• Manage patient intakes with accurate data including vitals and medical history.
• Perform venipuncture, specimen collection, rapid tests, and proper labeling.
• Assist with EKGs, point-of-care testing, and in-office procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist providers during visits.
• Sterilize and maintain instruments for infection control.
• Operate lab equipment and process specimens per protocol.
• Run and document lab tests and QC measures; report values.
• Enter data in LIS/EMR and manage orders and results.
• Coordinate with external labs (Labcorp, Quest) for shipments.
• Communicate professionally with patients, staff, and providers.
• Provide cross-site support as needed.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Formazione

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Strumenti

LABDAQ

EMR/LIS

Descrizione del lavoro

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

Location: Riverhead, NY

Hours: 4/10 hr shifts, Tue-Fri 7:30a-6p (RDO Mon)

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)
• 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

Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.

Visit us: Nycancer.com

Follow us: NYCBS on Facebook

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