Phlebotomy Technician
Phlebotomy technicians are trained to draw and prepare quality blood samples for donations, or laboratory testing. Phlebotomists work with many patient populations across a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, clinical laboratories, private practices and nursing facilities. Recently there has been an increasing demand for mobile phlebotomists who travel to varying sites to collect blood or other specimens.
Responsibilities
Phlebotomists are an essential part of medical teams and perform tasks that help doctors and other practitioners accurately diagnose health conditions or evaluate a patient’s response to treatment.
General duties of a phlebotomy technician may include:
- Assembling and maintaining medical instruments and equipment necessary for specimen procurement
- Performing appropriate venipuncture and skin puncture techniques
- Processing samples: labeling, centrifuging, splitting and freezing specimens as required by test order
- Providing exceptional customer service to enhance patient experience and minimize discomfort
- Clerical Duties: Data entry, tracking inventory, ordering supplies
Medical Training and Certification
Our phlebotomy technician program is affordable, flexible and ideal for busy professionals. It can take as little as one month to complete hands-on training, become certified and jumpstart your career in healthcare.
Career Outlook for Phlebotomy Technicians
The phlebotomy job market is strong. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of phlebotomists is projected to grow by 23% from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for all occupations.
Phlebotomy technicians are in high demand, with many opportunities for employment across the nation. This entry-level position also offers excellent job security and good pay with a median salary of $34,480 (as of May 2018).
Phlebotomists gain fundamental insights into other healthcare positions by working alongside a variety of medical professionals. As a result, many phlebotomy technicians advance into higher ranks or other allied health careers.
