Lab Medical Assistant - Float

Company : New York Cancer & Blood Specialists

Job Description - Lab Medical Assistant - Float

Lab Medical Assistant - Float
Poughkeepsie, NY (Must be willing to float to Fishkill)
Hours: Monday-Friday (8.5hr shift between the hours of 6:30am-7pm)

Why Join Us?

At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we create an environment where dedicated professionals can thrive. Our team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and compassionate staff work across numerous locations with one shared mission: conquering cancer close to home. Through cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered philosophy, we are redefining what’s possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders. Join our growing organization and help us bring healing, hope, and advanced care to the communities we proudly serve.

In this role, you will:

Weigh patients and ensure proper labeling of collected samples.
Ensure knowledge of collection tubes and proper labeling of collected samples.- Run CBCs (Complete Blood Counts) to ensure timely patient treatment.
Perform venipuncture, urine dipsticks, stool testing, and run tests for Strep, Flu, COVID, and RSV.
Make blood smears upon provider request and assist in troubleshooting any issues.
Ensure accurate quality control procedures are followed prior to patient testing.
Operate centrifuges and perform maintenance as required.
Pour plasma/serum into transfer tubes, and prepare specimens for various conditions (room temperature, frozen, refrigerated, warm, light-sensitive).
Handle specimens according to established protocols for in-house and send-out testing
Operate CBC analyzers (XN430/50, XS1000i/c, Poch 100i) and document daily startup and shutdown.
Run, monitor, and troubleshoot quality controls and report any critical values to providers.
Perform and document all routine maintenance, including monthly rinses
Identify and process orders efficiently in LIS (Laboratory Information System) and EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems.
Perform glucose monitoring, fecal occult blood tests, PT/INR tests, and urine pregnancy tests (OSOM).
Operate and maintain the Siemens Clinitek Status Urinalysis Analyzer.
Log into Labdaq, maintain requisitions, and create and adjust patient profiles.
Enter rapid order test codes, verify CBCs, and rerun critical results, documenting accordingly.
Ensure that orders are properly sent to reference labs, such as Labcorp and Quest.

We require:

Medical Assistant Certificate and a High School Diploma.
At least 1 year of experience.
Reliable transportation.
Bilingual, English/Spanish preferred
Experience with phlebotomy and laboratory procedures.
Proficient in LIS/EMR systems, including LABDAQ.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and training skills.
Adaptability to changes in responsibilities and office environments.
Flexibility to work rotating weekends

What We Offer:

Salary: Starting at $22.58/hr per hour based on experience and education
Benefits: Tuition reimbursement, Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability, 401k Plan, generous PTO, 8 paid holidays (2 floating)

Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.
Visit our website at: Nycancer.com

Follow us on Facebook: NYCBS on Facebook

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

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