Medical Assistant - Float

New York Cancer & Blood Specialists; East Islip (NY); On-site; USD 28,929 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

401(k) Plan with Company Contributions

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant - Float to support patient intake, phlebotomy, and on-site lab tasks across multiple NYCBS locations including Babylon, Bethpage, RVC, Valley Stream, Islip, and Patchogue.

Your responsibilities include patient preparation, specimen collection, EKGs, lab testing, and EMR/LIS documentation, with a schedule of 5/8.5 hour shifts, Monday through Friday. Competitive pay starts at $25/hour plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Medical Assistant Certification and current BLS.
• 1 year of outpatient care or lab experience preferred.
• Proficiency with EMR/LIS systems (e.g., LABDAQ).
• Reliable transportation to travel between NYCBS locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient intakes and record vital signs, medical history, and concerns.
• Perform venipuncture, specimen collection, and rapid tests with proper labeling.
• Conduct EKGs and point-of-care testing; assist in procedures under supervision.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms; assist during exams and treatments.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain equipment for safety.
• Operate lab equipment and handle specimens per protocol (temp control as needed).
• Run basic lab tests, document results, and report critical values.
• Utilize LIS and EMR to enter and verify lab orders and data.
• Package and ship specimens to external labs with proper documentation.
• Communicate professionally with providers, staff, and patients; support a multi-site workflow.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification (valid)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

At least 1 year of outpatient care or lab experience

Proficiency in EMR/LIS systems (e.g., LABDAQ)

Reliable transportation to travel between locations

Strong attention to detail and multitasking

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 - Float

Locations: Float - Babylon, Bethpage, RVC, Valley Stream, Islip, Patchogue

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
• 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 $25/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.