Medical Assistant -Laboratory

Job Description

Job Description

New England Cancer Specialists (NECS) is currently seeking a Full-Time 40 hr./week Medical Assistant Team in our Westbrook Rock Row Clinic. The  Medical Assistant will give top line care to a wide variety of patients dealing with cancer and blood disorders. A strong phlebotomy background is required . Duties include phlebotomy, ability to collect samples using a variety of techniques, monitoring lab results as needed, scheduling follow-up lab appointments, entering and accessing patient information from the EMR, , inventorying, and managing supplies. The Lab Medical assistant is a vital member of the NECS care model and is often the first clinician that patients see during an appointment.

NECS is a private medical practice composed of 18 oncologists and hematologists serving the region from five separate locations in Maine and New Hampshire. Our mission is to make life better for people with cancer and blood disorders. Kindness, compassion, and respect are part of everything that we do - from our phone operators to our physicians, every person on our team is important, and everyone makes a difference every day. 

The new Rock Row Campus represents a unique collaboration between New England Cancer Specialists (NECS) and our patients, thoughtfully designed to create a comfortable and inviting home for excellent oncology care in New England. This state-of-the-art facility brings together a comprehensive range of services under one roof, including surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, genetic counseling, survivorship programs, nutrition support, and behavioral health counseling. Every detail of the campus reflects a commitment to patient-centered care, ensuring that individuals and their families feel supported throughout their cancer journey in a warm and welcoming environment.

. Job Duties :

• Collects various blood samples using a variety of techniques including venipuncture in the antecubital region of the arm and smaller veins of the hand and wrist.
• Assesses each patient's vein structure and selects the appropriate needle size and equipment needed for a successful phlebotomy experience.
• Uses professional judgement and follows all practice HIPAA guidelines.
• Assisting patients in the lab area by filling lab prescriptions, reviewing labs being drawn, providing information on tests and what they accomplish and why they are needed.
• Assist physicians and lab staff with procedures as needed.
• EKGs
• Intermuscular and Subcutaneous injections

Monday-Friday work week, no nights.

Weekends : Rotation

Travel: Rare

Medical Assistant Qualifications

• Must have a degree or certificate in Medical Assisting from an accredited school of Medical Assistance. 2-year associate degree in a Credentialed Medical Assistant program strongly preferred.
• Must have proven strong phlebotomy skills.
• Experience with and ability to understand patient medical records, physician's orders and medical orders.
• Understand and conduct yourself in accordance with accepted clinical standards and the ability to maintain strict HIPPA compliance.
• High level of computer skills and experience with electronic medical records (EMR's) is required.
• Ability to communicate with patients, family members, co-workers, and providers in an effective and compassionate way.