LPN SPECIALIST FLOAT OR MEDICAL ASSISTANT SPECIALIST FLOAT - FULL TIME

Watson Clinic; Lakeland (FL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic is seeking an LPN or Medical Assistant to support telephone triage, medication administration, and patient education in a busy clinical setting. The role emphasizes accurate documentation and adherence to clinical procedures while maintaining smooth office flow.

Applicants should hold an active Florida LPN license or complete MA training with certification planned within 90 days. A fast-paced environment with emphasis on patient safety and teamwork is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program with an active Florida LPN license.
• Preferred experience in a medical health care facility as an LPN.
• High school diploma or GED for Medical Assistant track; completion of an accredited MA program or 1 year MA work experience.
• MA certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment; BLS certification or to be completed within first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and evaluates patient needs via telephone triage.
• Administers medications including injections and documents as required.
• Identifies education needs and provides instruction to patients and families.
• Recognizes and responds to emergency situations appropriately.
• Adheres to Clinical Services policies when documenting medical records.
• Facilitates patient flow and supports physician offices.
• Assists the physician with medical procedures.
• Maintains the integrity of the office.

Skills

Telephone triage

Medication administration

Patient education

Emergency response

Medical office procedures

Education

Practical Nursing diploma (LPN)

Active Florida LPN license

Medical Assistant program or 1 year MA experience

MA Certification within 90 days

Current BLS certification

Job description

Description

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE NEEDS TO BE AN LPN OR A MEDICAL ASSISTANT

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.

Full time- Monday- Friday 7:45 am- 4:30 pm

Requirements

LPN Specialist requirements are:

• Required Education and Experience: Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing. Must possess active Florida license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Preferred Education and Experience: Experience or training in a medical health care facility as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Medical Assistant Specialist Requirements are:

• 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
• Additional Qualification: 1 Year experience in primary care setting. Current BLS certification or to be completed within three months of employment.