What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Phlebotomist- Medical Assistant position at Commonwealth Pain and Spine?
Company Overview:
Commonwealth Pain & Spine is a pain management network dedicated to improving the lives of our patients by treating their pain with the utmost respect and providing them with the most innovative, safe, responsible, and clinically proven pain relief possible. Our team of best-in-class physicians, administrators, and staff empathizes with the needs of our patients. We recognize that their pain is exhausting and debilitating and limits their quality of life. Relief from chronic pain is achievable in various degrees through our intelligent and multimodal team-based approach. Our entire team is committed to providing levels of patient satisfaction and overall clinical outcomes that far exceed the expectations of the medical community, referring physicians, and our customers.
We are looking for a full-time Travel Phlebotomist/Travel Medical Assistant to join our growing team. As a Travel Phlebotomist, you will play a crucial role in supporting both patients and healthcare providers in delivering compassionate and effective care. This position requires travel between assigned clinic locations and healthcare facilities as needed.
Responsibilities:
Collect & update patient medical history
Maintain accurate & confidential patient records
Assist in assessing patients’ pain levels & documenting relevant information
Performs Triage (Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, Temperature, Weight, and Height) at each visit
Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection procedures following established protocols
Properly label, process, store, and transport laboratory specimens
Ensure specimen integrity and adherence to laboratory quality standards
Instruct patients on post-procedure care and follow-up appointments
Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care
Communicate effectively within the healthcare team
Travel to assigned clinic and/or healthcare locations as scheduled
Maintain phlebotomy supplies, equipment, and inventory at assigned locations
Follow infection control, safety, and OSHA guidelines at all times
Coordinates blood thinner medicines for procedures with cardiologist
Coordinates post-op pain medicines with patient’s surgeon
Enters & scans all pertinent patient information and notes in EMR software
Prepares Eval Rooms and Procedure Rooms for patient encounters
Cleans Eval Rooms and Procedure Rooms post patient encounters
Performs patient drug screening
Prepares patients for pain procedures
Assists provider with pain procedures
All other duties assigned including duties performed for affiliates, assigns, lessees, contractors, or other third parties
Requirements:
Phlebotomy certification required (or eligible, as required by state regulations)
Minimum 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred
Previous travel phlebotomy experience preferred
Knowledge of Medical Terminology
Medical Assistant experience preferred
Pain Management experience preferred
Experience performing venipuncture on patients of varying ages and conditions
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel to assigned locations
Quickly and accurately type notes into EMR as provider dictates
Strong computer and phone skills
Navigates multiple, simultaneous tasks effectively and efficiently while maintaining a professional, courteous manner
Advanced knowledge of healthcare regulatory and compliance policies (e.g., HIPAA)
Ability to help lift patients from procedure table to wheelchair and from wheelchair to car
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive phlebotomy procedures
Regular and reliable attendance required
EMR, KASPER, INSPECT knowledge and experience preferred
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Completion of an accredited Phlebotomy Training Program preferred
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands of this position will include sitting and standing with occasional light to medium lifting. Ability to help lift patients and transport in wheelchair from clinic to parking lot. An employee must meet these requirements to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with ADA rules and regulations.
Commonwealth Pain and Spine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer!
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