Medical Assistant - Radiation Oncology

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK 

At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), our Medical Assistants are essential members of the patient care team. In Radiation Oncology Department, you’ll support patients throughout their care journey, working closely with nurses and providers to deliver compassionate, safe, and efficient clinical care while helping create an exceptional patient experience. 

Role Overview

• Provide hands-on, patient-facing support to patients receiving care within the Radiation Oncology Department, promoting comfort, safety, and an outstanding patient experience.

• Prepare and room patients for visits and procedures, including reviewing allergies, medication information, and relevant medical information in accordance with established workflows. 

• Obtain and document vital signs and other required clinical information accurately and efficiently. 

• Perform phlebotomy and venipuncture, obtain blood specimens, and support laboratory-related workflows according to established policies and procedures. 

• Assist with IV-related clinical tasks within training, demonstrated competency, and scope of practice, supporting nurses and providers as appropriate.

• Collect, label, handle, and prepare patient specimens for laboratory processing, following established safety and infection-prevention procedures.

• Prepare patients, rooms, supplies, and equipment for scopes and other clinical procedures, and assist the clinical team during procedures as directed.

• Carry out patient-care activities as delegated or directed by the nursing team, communicating patient needs, concerns, or changes promptly to the appropriate clinician.

• Maintain clean, safe, and well-stocked patient care areas, including monitoring medical supplies and following infection-control and safety standards. 

Key Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience. 

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program and eligibility for relevant specialized certifications. 

• National Medical Assistant certification or registration preferred, such as CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA), or NCMA (NCCT). 

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification. 

• Demonstrated clinical skills supporting direct patient care, with experience in phlebotomy/venipuncture, specimen collection, and laboratory workflows; IV-related skills are highly desirable.

• Previous Medical Assistant experience in an outpatient, oncology, Radiation Oncology, or high-volume clinical environment preferred. 

Core Skills

• Patient-Centered Care: Creates a compassionate, respectful, and supportive experience for oncology patients while attending to individual needs throughout the visit.

• Clinical Excellence: Demonstrates competency in vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, procedure preparation, lab workflows, and other delegated clinical activities.

• Team Collaboration: Works effectively alongside nurses, physicians, advanced practice providers, and other team members, following clinical instructions accurately and communicating patient information promptly.

• Safety & Infection Prevention: Consistently follows established infection-control, specimen-handling, PPE, and patient-safety practices. 

• Organization & Adaptability: Successfully manages competing priorities, maintains accurate clinical documentation, and supports efficient patient flow in a fast-paced Radiation Oncology environment. 

Additional Information: 

• Schedule: 10-hour flex shifts 7am to 5pm; or 8am to 6pm Monday through Friday.

• Location: 160 E 53rd Street, New York, NY and 1275 York Avenue

• Reporting to: Nurse Leader 

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Pay Range: $24.05 - $36.21FSLA Status: Non-Exempt

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

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