Phlebotomists
Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.
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Salary Information
Phlebotomists: $43,660 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Collect biological specimens from patients. | General |
| Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards. | General |
| Compile data or documentation. | General |
| Prepare official health documents or records. | General |
| Explain technical medical information to patients. | General |
| Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis. | General |
| Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis. | General |
| Clean medical equipment. | General |
| Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use. | General |
| Give medications or immunizations. | General |
| Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health. | General |
| Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. | General |
| Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care. | General |
| Feed patients. | General |
| Teach medical procedures to healthcare personnel. | General |
| Transport biological or other medical materials. | General |
| Maintain medical equipment or instruments. | Maintenance |
| Maintain medical records. | Maintenance |
| Monitor patients to detect health problems. | Maintenance |
| Evaluate characteristics of individuals to determine needs or eligibility. | Analysis |
| Communicate test or assessment results to medical professionals. | Analysis |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| JavaScript | Web platform development software |
| MEDITECH software | Medical software |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Donor management system software | Medical software |
| Electronic medical record EMR software | Medical software |
| Iatric Systems MobiLab | Medical software |
| Laboratory information system LIS | Medical software |
| MEDITECH Blood Bank | Medical software |
| MEDITECH Laboratory and Microbiology | Medical software |
| Medical procedure coding software | Medical software |
| Scheduling software | Calendar and scheduling software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Phlebotomy Technician | American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians | Not Available |
| Clinical Research Assistant | American Phlebotomy Association | Not Available |
| Donor Phlebotomy Technician | American Society for Clinical Pathology | Not Available |
| EKG Technician | American Phlebotomy Association | Not Available |
| Medical Assistant | American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians | Not Available |
| Patient Care Technician | American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians | Not Available |
| Phlebotomist Technologist | National Phlebotomy Association | Not Available |
| Phlebotomy Technician | American Phlebotomy Association | Not Available |
| Phlebotomy Technician Certification | American Medical Certification Association | Not Available |
| Qualification in Apheresis | American Society for Clinical Pathology | Not Available |
| Registered Phlebotomy Technician | American Medical Technologists | Not Available |
| Vascular Access-Board Certified | Vascular Access Certification Corporation | Not Available |