Clinical medical assistant Jobs in Lakeland, FL

Position Details

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Level 2 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population. Our facility is licensed for 910 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.

Lakeland Regional Health is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team in various entry-level positions. Whether you're starting your career in healthcare or seeking new opportunities to make a difference, we have roles available across our primary and specialty clinics, urgent care centers, and upcoming standalone Emergency Department. With over 7,000 employees, Lakeland Regional Health offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive and grow professionally.

Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period : 72-80

Shift : Flexible Hours and / or Flexible Schedule

Location : 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL

Pay Rate : $36.54-$54.81

Position Summary

Responsible for performing test procedures authorized by the Medical Laboratory Director; with the degree of skill commensurate with individual education, training, experience and technical abilities. Ensure that all laboratory testing is performed according to established protocols or procedures. Exercise professional judgment in evaluation and assessment of test performance, sample integrity, result accuracy and validity. Follows all safety practices and maintains ongoing competency to ensure high quality testing services.

Position Responsibilities

People At The Heart Of All That We Do

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Safety And Performance Improvement

Stewardship

Safety And Performance Improvement

Standard Work Duties : Medical Technologist

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Licenses Essential : Maintain an active status for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist under the rules of the Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel (Department of Health / Division of Medical Quality Assurance) for the disciplines of practice that are performed. Completes required continuing education credits to maintain licensure.

Certifications Essential : Maintains an active status for licensure either as Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) under the rules of the Board of Clinical Personnel (Department of Health / Division of Medical Quality Assurance) for the disciplines of practice that are performed.

Preferred : National Registry (ASCP, NCA, etc.) at a Technologist level or higher

Experience Essential : Completion of an approved MLS program

Experience Preferred : Three to five years of experience in professional / technical role or other work appropriate to the team.