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Lead Medical Assistant

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute logoFlorida Cancer Specialists & Research InstituteUS-FL-LargoFull timePosted 1w ago
  • BLS
  • Driver's license

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About the job

Date Posted:

2026-09-15

Country:

United States of America

Location

Highland Office

WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform and train all new laboratory staff on all aspects of the laboratory including but not limited to phlebotomy, laboratory testing, quality control, instrument troubleshooting, and maintenance.
  • Must perform all job duties of MA and MAII.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • AA or AS degree with Florida Technician License, LPN diploma highly preferred.
  • Proven working experience with CLIA and COLA may substitute for degree/diploma requirement. -
  • Valid Florida drivers license for travel to clinics.
  • BLS required upon hire or must be obtained within 30 days of employment (FCS will provide BLS course within first 30 days).

SCREENINGS – Background and drug screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment ( Recruiter@FLCancer.com ) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

From Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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