Phlebotomy Technicians

Phlebotomy technicians, who are sometimes called phlebotomists, draw blood from patients or donors in hospitals, blood banks, clinics, physicians' offices, or other facilities. They assemble equipment, verify patient identification numbers, and withdraw blood either by puncturing a person's finger, or by extracting blood from a vein or artery with a needle syringe. They label, transport, and store blood for analysis or for other medical purposes. There are 141,200 phlebotomy technicians employed in the United States.

Salary Range

$25,000 to $75,000

Minimum Education Level

High School Diploma

Certification/License

Required

Outlook

Faster than the Average

Personality Traits

Hands On

Problem-Solving

Scientific

Career Ladder

Certified Phlebotomist

Phlebotomy Technician

Phlebotomist Assistant