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Medical Assistant Specialist - Surgery - Full Time

Watson ClinicLakeland, FLFull timePosted 3w agoStill open, checked every night
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open medical assistant jobs in Florida post a median of $22.47 an hour, the middle half $21–$24.06, across 220 jobs that state their pay. Medical assistants employed in Florida earn a median of $21 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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  • Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.88x · Clicks 28
  • How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.1% · Stating an hourly rate 45.9%

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About the job

Essential Functions

  • Identifies and evaluates patient needs by way of telephone triage.
  • Administers medication including injections; documents medication given or prescribed by ordering physician as required.
  • Identifies patient and family education needs and provides instruction.
  • Recognizes and responds to emergency situations as appropriate.
  • Adheres to the Clinical Services policies and procedures when documenting information patient’s medical records
  • Facilitates the flow of patients to maintain the integrity of the physician’s office.
  • Assists the physician with medical office procedures.
  • Maintain the integrity of the office.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year of Medical Assistant work experience within the last 2 years. Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Current BLS certification or to be completed within first 90 days of employment.

From Watson Clinic's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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Watson Clinic hires nurses, imaging techs and front-office staff in Lakeland, Florida.

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