Medical Assistant

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: Poughkeepsie, NY

Hours/Days: 5/8.5 hour days, Mon-Fri between 7:30am-6pm

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 $23/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
  

Apply Today!

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