Medical Assistant Float — Multi-Site Care & Lab Support

Astera Cancer Care; New York; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant Float to support patient intake, venipuncture, EKGs, and in-office procedures across NYCBS locations. The role requires precise EMR/LIS use and strong attention to detail.

The position supports multiple sites, with shift coverage Monday through Friday in a fast-paced outpatient setting; prior MA certification and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Proficiency with EMR/LIS systems (LABDAQ) preferred.
• Minimum 1 year outpatient care or lab experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient intakes, recording vitals and history accurately.
• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection with proper labeling.
• Conduct ECGs and point-of-care tests under supervision.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for visits and procedures.
• Assist providers during exams and in-office treatments.
• Sterilize and maintain equipment for infection control.
• Operate lab equipment and manage specimens (room temp, refrigerated, or frozen).
• Document lab results and orders in LIS/EMR; communicate with care team.
• Package specimens for external labs and ensure proper documentation.

Skills

Patient care

Venipuncture

Vital signs

Multitasking

Clinical documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

LABDAQ

LIS/EMR systems

Job description

New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant Float to support patient intake, venipuncture, EKGs, and in-office procedures across NYCBS locations. The role requires precise EMR/LIS use and strong attention to detail.

The position supports multiple sites, with shift coverage Monday through Friday in a fast-paced outpatient setting; prior MA certification and BLS are required.