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AgFirst

Senior Executive Assistant

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

Coordinate Board training sessions, including remote, virtual, and in-person formats. Maintain the ... Conduct research, gather relevant data, and provide insightful reports and recommendations to ...

AlphaStaffHCM

Executive Assistant

Sunrise, FL

... bios, research, reports, presentations, and briefing documents. * Coordinate travel and ... The role may require using telephones, participating in virtual or in-person meetings, attending ...

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How much do virtual research assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual research assistant in Boca Raton, FL is $23.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.33 and $25.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a virtual research assistant?

A Virtual Research Assistant is a remote professional who conducts research, gathers data, analyzes information, and compiles reports to support businesses, academics, or organizations. They use online databases, scholarly articles, and other digital resources to find relevant information. Their tasks may include fact-checking, summarizing reports, organizing data, and preparing presentations. This role is ideal for individuals with strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

What does a typical workday look like for a virtual research assistant?

A typical day for a Virtual Research Assistant involves gathering, organizing, and summarizing information from reputable sources according to client or team requirements. Tasks may include creating literature reviews, compiling data reports, fact-checking, and maintaining organized digital files. You may collaborate remotely with supervisors, researchers, or project teams through email, online meetings, and project management platforms. The role often requires balancing multiple projects with varying deadlines, so strong organizational skills and proactive communication are essential to succeed in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a virtual research assistant?

To thrive as a Virtual Research Assistant, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources are essential, typically backed by a degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with online databases, research management tools (such as Zotero or Mendeley), and proficiency in productivity software are highly beneficial. Excellent time management, communication abilities, and self-motivation enable individuals to excel in remote work environments. These skills and qualities ensure accurate research outcomes, timely project delivery, and seamless collaboration with clients or teams.

How to become a virtual research assistant?

To become a virtual research assistant, you typically need strong research, organizational, and communication skills, along with proficiency in tools like spreadsheets and online databases. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field can be beneficial, and some positions may require experience with specific research methods or software. Many roles are freelance or remote, offering flexible schedules.

What does a virtual research assistant do?

A virtual research assistant conducts online research to gather information, analyze data, and compile reports for clients or organizations. They often use tools like spreadsheets, databases, and research platforms, and may work remotely on flexible schedules to support various projects.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Research Assistant job openings in Boca Raton, FL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,014 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Remote Triage Nurse-15

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS)

Delray Beach, FL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

569th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-08-17
Country:
United States of America
Location:
Florida - Remote
WHY JOIN FCS
At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.
Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS
Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.
Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.
Come join us today!
SUMMARY:
A Triage Nurse is a professional registered nurse with oncology-specific clinical knowledge that offers individualized care and clinical guidance to patients, families, and caregivers to assist with ongoing healthcare needs.
PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Under general supervision, following established policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, provides care to patients by triaging oncology patient calls regarding treatment, surgery, and appointment information.
  • Monitor and provide patient symptom management.
  • Manage high risk, complex patient care with the goal of minimizing emergency department and inpatient readmission.

  • Assess barriers to care to address patient, care giver, or family needs to achieve optimal patient outcome.
  • Provide patient-centered individualized ongoing education, resources, and referrals to internal and external resources to patient and caregivers.
  • Assist the physician and PA-C/ARNP with specific patient/family interaction needed to resolve clinical issues.
  • Complete requested clinical documentation as needed.
  • Establish and maintain professional role boundaries with patients, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary care team in collaboration with manager as defined by job description

  • Facilitate communication among members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team to prevent fragmented or delayed care that could adversely affect patient outcomes.
  • Reviews, evaluates, and reports diagnostic tests to assess patient's condition.

  • Provides patient education and clinical direction by answering questions following chemotherapy, radiation, and infusion treatments and post-surgery
  • Work as an integral team player and is expected to adhere to and abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the Florida State Board of Nursing.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:
  • Registered Nurse multistate or Florida single state licensure required
  • Minimum of Associate Degree in Nursing, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • Certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) preferred

EXPERIENCE:
  • Three (3) years or more of experience as an RN
  • Two (2) years or more of oncology experience required

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize and reprioritize quickly
  • Ability to develop collaborative relationships both internally and externally
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Strong telephonic assessment and communication skills

  • Ability to work autonomously and with a virtual team in a remote work environment
  • Strong oncology side effect/ triage management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Possess high level critical-thinking skills

VALUES:
  • Patient First - Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do
  • Accountability - Taking responsibility for our actions
  • Commitment & Care - Upholding FCS vision through every action

  • Team - Working together, one team, one mission

Expectations for all Employees
Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices. Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department.
SCREENINGS - Background, drug, and nicotine screens
Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.
EEOC
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.
FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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