Lead Medical Assistant

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•Largo, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute is hiring a Lead Medical Assistant. The role performs and trains new laboratory staff in laboratory functions, including phlebotomy, laboratory testing, quality control, instrument troubleshooting, and maintenance. The Lead Medical Assistant must also perform all job duties of a Medical Assistant and Medical Assistant II. A valid Florida driver’s license is required for travel to clinics. BLS certification is required upon hire or must be obtained within 30 days; FCS will provide a BLS course during that period. Offers are contingent on clear background-screening results. New hires must receive required vaccinations, including influenza, unless an exemption is approved, and are subject to drug testing. Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and provides accommodation assistance for applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree with a Florida Technician License; proven working experience with CLIA and COLA may substitute for the degree or diploma requirement.
Valid Florida driver’s license for travel to clinics.
BLS required upon hire or must be obtained within 30 days of employment; FCS will provide a BLS course within the first 30 days.
Clear background-screening results and successful drug testing are conditions of employment.
Required vaccinations, including influenza, unless an exemption is approved.

Nice To Haves

LPN diploma highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all job duties of a Medical Assistant and Medical Assistant II.
Perform and train new laboratory staff on phlebotomy, laboratory testing, quality control, instrument troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Travel to clinics.