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NEXTAFFSarasota, FLContract to perm$22.00/HourlyRate

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Agency
NEXTAFF
Location
Sarasota, FL
Job type
Contract to perm
Pay
$22.00/HourlyRate
Profession
Medical Assistant
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 7, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$22.00
Weekly
$880
Yearly (full-time)
$45,760

This job pays about $22.00/hour — 5% above the median for Medical Assistant jobs in Florida ($21.00/hour).

Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Medical Assistant jobs in Florida right now

  • 18 open Medical Assistant jobs in Florida from 3 agencies, 3 of them in Sarasota.
  • Pay in these listings: $15.00 – $23.00/hour, median $21.50/hour.
  • Typical Medical Assistant pay in Florida: $21.00/hour ($43,680/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: NEXTAFF ($22.00/hour across 12 jobs).

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Job description

Medical Assistant – Float Team | Clinical + Front OfficeSarasota & Manatee Counties, FL | $22–$23/hour | Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire | Monday–Friday
Ready for more than the same routine every day?
Nextaff of Sarasota is hiring an experienced Medical Assistant for a unique float opportunity with a fast-growing, multi-office medical practice serving Sarasota and Manatee counties. This isn't just another MA opening. You'll become a versatile member of the team, working in both clinical and front-office roles and supporting multiple medical practice locations. It's an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience, build relationships across the organization and position yourself for long-term growth.This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a clear path to permanent employment.
What You'll Do
  • Room and prepare patients for provider visits
  • Obtain medical histories and vital signs
  • Assist providers with exams, procedures and treatments
  • Perform blood draws/phlebotomy as needed
  • Prepare and maintain exam and procedure rooms
  • Provide patient check-in/check-out and front-desk support
  • Schedule appointments and procedures
  • Assist with medical records, test results and authorizations
  • Document and work within an EMR/EHR
  • Provide coverage at medical practice locations throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties
We're Looking for Someone Who Can Do BothThe ideal candidate isn't limited to the back office or the front desk. You're comfortable moving between clinical patient care and administrative responsibilities and can quickly adapt to different teams and locations.You'll need:
  • 1+ year of Medical Assistant experience
  • Hands-on phlebotomy/blood draw experience
  • Strong clinical and front-office skills
  • EMR/EHR experience and solid computer skills
  • Excellent communication and patient-service skills
  • Flexibility to work at multiple locations throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties
  • A dependable, team-first attitude
Why This Opportunity Stands Out$22–$23 per hour, based on experience
Full-time Monday–Friday schedule
Contract-to-hire with a clear path to permanent employment
Weekly pay while employed through Nextaff and health benefits eligibility beginning Day One with NextaffThis is an opportunity to get your foot in the door with a growing healthcare organization while gaining exposure to multiple offices, providers and teams.Upon permanent hire with our client, you'll have access to an attractive benefits package including:
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Matching 401(k) plan
  • Opportunities for continued professional growth and advancement
Don't Wait for the Next OpeningIf you're an experienced Medical Assistant who can handle both sides of a busy medical practice and you're looking for variety, visibility and room to grow, we want to hear from you.Apply today with Nextaff of Sarasota. Your next MA position could be the start of something much bigger.#NextaffsarasotaHC

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