New York Oncology Hematology

Today is National Women Physicians Day! In 1849, Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell became the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States. Today we show our appreciation for the female oncologists and physicians who continue to provide outstanding care to our community. #WomensDocsInspire #NWPD

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate. - Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes. - Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures.... - Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed. - Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested. - Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician. - Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols. - Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist. - Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN. - Informs physician of patient reschedules and no shows. - Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc., as requested by supervisor or physician. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred. This is an entry level position requiring 0-3 years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant. Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire. Certified Medical Assistant preferred. Some state regulations may require specific certifications in order to work as a Medical Assistant. COVID-19 vaccination is required. We will consider accommodations for disability based reasons. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment may occur. ID 2022-9842

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. - Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists. - Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry, hematology, immunology specimens as directed. ...Continue reading

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Answers all incoming calls; assesses callers’ needs and directs to appropriate personnel. - Pages clinic personnel as appropriate. - Obtains and communicates messages in an accurate and timely manner....Continue reading

**This is a floating position with the home location being the Troy Cancer Center** Key Responsibilities: - Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices. ...Continue reading

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We're excited to share NYOH recently received designation by Highmark Blue Shield of Northeastern NY (NENY) as a Blue Distinction Center for Cancer Care, which is part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program! Read more: https://newyorkoncology.com//nyoh-recognized-by-highmark-/

- Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices. Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history. Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions. - Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the provide...Continue reading

Key Responsibilities - Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices. - Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history. - Collects and records nursing assessment and interventions. Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data and psychosocial assessment of assigned...Continue reading

Today we #GoGrayinMay to raise awareness and support for brain tumor patients and their caregivers. May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to take the time to raise awareness and reflect, remember, and appreciate all those who make change possible.

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