MEDICAL ASSISTANT - 64029205 1

State of Florida; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave benefits

Nine paid holidays and one Personal/H

State Group Insurance options

Retirement plan options

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition waivers

Job summary

State of Florida seeks a Medical Assistant in the Clearwater Health Department to support both clinic and laboratory tasks. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen handling, patient intake, and assisting providers in a fast-paced health center.

Work includes maintaining quality controls, preparing specimens for transport, and coordinating with nursing staff to ensure smooth clinical operations at multiple sites in Pinellas County.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant as per Florida Statutes Chapter 458.
• Maintain current CPR certification every two years.

Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant works in the Medical Services Division in the Clearwater Health Department, performing phlebotomy and processing specimens for in-house testing and outside transport.
• Performs laboratory testing and patient services in a Health Department laboratory, alone or with others.
• Maintains a clean, disinfected environment and handles specimen transport and packaging.
• Records results per Florida statutes; stocks and orders lab supplies; ensures timely lab testing and accurate results.
• Performs venipunctures, urine collection, and finger sticks for all clinics across age groups; coordinates lab flow with clinic staff; sterilizes equipment and handles autoclave use.

Skills

Prioritization

Multi-tasking

MS Office

Telephone etiquette

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (FL Stat. 458)

CPR certification

Tools

None

Job description

Requisition No: 884710

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: MEDICAL ASSISTANT - 64029205 1

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64029205

Salary: $39,349.96 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 11/15/2026

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MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Open Competitive

Your Specific Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be a Medical Assistant who works in the Medical Services Division at the Clearwater Health Department. This position will work in the lab doing phlebotomy and processing specimens for in house testing and transport to outside lab(s). This position will also work in the clinic doing client intake and assisting providers.

Medical Assistant and/or Phlebotomy

• Performs Laboratory testing and patient servicing in a Health Department laboratory either alone or in cooperation with another technician or technologist.


• Performs daily maintenance of equipment.


• Maintains a clean and disinfected environment in lab at all times.


• Prepares specimens for transport to outside.


• Follows packaging guidelines to ensure proper temperature is maintained.


• Records and maintains records and results as required by Florida statutes.


• Stocks and orders lab supplies as needed.


• Results lab tests timely and accurately in the Electronic Medical Record.


• Performs venipunctures, urine collection and finger sticks for all clinics on all age groups.


• Responsible for quality control of lab testing and equipment.


• Helps coordinate laboratory flow with clinic nursing supervisor and/or center manager


• Utilizes the autoclave to sterilize medical equipment and assists with spore testing of autoclave


• Ensures electronic transfers for lab orders and other documents related to the lab

Medical Assistant All

• Assesses needs and provides medical support to other clinical areas as needed.


• Works in other centers and programs based on agency need.


• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and works additional hours as needed.


• Obtain all Florida Department of Health and Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County required yearly training.


• Completes EARS, Timesheets, and People First Entries within mandatory time frame.


• Schedules time off in advance, and collaborates with nursing supervisor to ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.


• Meets productivity expectations for this position.


• Complies with Smart objectives related to position.


• Participates in quality improvement activities, including medical record review, attend in-service programs and staff meetings.


• Assists as directed in SNU shelter.


• Attends annual staff meeting.


• Obtains all Florida Department of Health and Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County required yearly training.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to prioritize work, identify changing priorities and adjust as needed.


• Ability to self-monitor work for accuracy and maximum productivity


• Ability to use multiple computer programs and software such as Microsoft office to retrieve and/or input data.


• Ability to operate telephone software and handle a high volume of incoming calls.


• Strong internal and external customer service skills


• Ability to independently solve problems.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills in addition to good listening skills


• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others.


• Knowledge of patient confidentially laws


• Ability to work with all populations.


• Ability to review data for accuracy and completeness.


• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.


• Knowledge of medical insurance


• Ability to prepare accurate reports and correspondence.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Certified Medical Assistant as per Florida Statutes Chapter 458.


• Maintain current CPR certification every two years

Preferred

• Experience with CLIA waived testing AND performing quality controls


• 3 months’ experience doing phlebotomy

Mission

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work

St. Petersburg Health Department: 205 MLK Jr. Street N. St. Petersburg FL, 33701

The Benefits Of Working For The State Of Florida

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;


• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;


• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;


• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts;


• Tuition waivers;


• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please Be Advised

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending on the date of your retirement.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system. E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women. The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise. Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.