Medical Assistant

Job details

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.

Core Clinical

• Attend multidisciplinary huddles to review patient lists
• Prepare exam rooms and ensure cleanliness and safety
• Restock linens, medical supplies and maintain par levels; alert logistics staff when supplies are low
• Clean/disinfect patient care areas and equipment
• Assist with dressing, walking, and general mobility
• Obtain vital signs, height and weight per standard of care
• Complete rooming functions (review allergies and pharmacy, update medication list and medical record as required)
• Maintain clean, safe clinical environment
• Escalate clinical concerns to clinician
• Adhere to all infection control and safety precautions according to established policies
• Follow established procedures in the delivery and storage of medications
• Greet and prepare patients for the visit, including escorting and confirming patient identification
• Actively listen and respond to patient concerns to ensure they feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their care journey
• Maintain a welcoming and empathetic environment by treating every patient and visitor interaction with compassion, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity
• Ensure all documentation is complete, timely, and complies with regulatory and organizational policies
• Participate in post-clinic huddles

Technical Skills

• Assist with physical exams and procedures
• Perform point-of-care tests according to established policies
• Obtain, prepare and label collected specimens
• Ensure timely delivery of specimens to appropriate destinations according to established policies
• Obtain blood specimens via peripheral venipuncture
• Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs)
• Transfer the oxygen set up from the patient tank to the MSK (Memorial Sloan Kettering) tank; never adjust the oxygen flow rate
• Act as a chaperone in the exam room
• Prepare patients for procedures, assemble appropriate supplies and equipment, and assist as directed by clinician
• Pre-cleaning instruments for high-level disinfection/sterilization
• Process and organize instruments and/or scopes daily
• Assisting with more specialized procedures (e.g., minor surgeries, scopes, etc.)

Closing:

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

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.  

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