Medical Assistant (MA) - Cancer Center

An outpatient cancer center in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to support patient flow, clinical preparation, and hands-on care in a busy oncology setting. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented medical assistant with strong phlebotomy and vital signs experience who thrives in a patient-facing environment.

About the Opportunity:

• Shift: Day shift
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Setting: Outpatient clinical setting

Responsibilities:

• Support patient intake, rooming, and flow to help maintain an efficient and positive patient experience.
• Obtain and document vital signs, height, weight, and other preliminary assessments in the electronic medical record.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and point-of-care testing in accordance with provider orders.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain proper stocking, cleaning, sterilization, and infection control standards.
• Assist with patient communication, appointment follow-up, referrals, and general administrative and clinical support.

Qualifications:

• 1 to 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a hospital or physician office setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant.
• CPR certification.
• EKG and phlebotomy training.
• Recent clinical experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Strong phlebotomy experience and experience performing blood draws.
• Office and administrative skills.
• Computer literacy and basic data entry proficiency.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in an oncology or cancer center setting.
• Associate degree or equivalent education, training, and clinical experience.