Phlebotomy Technician
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Phlebotomy technicians perform a variety of tasks every day, all of which require incredible attention to detail. The primary duty of phlebotomists is to draw blood from patients for medical testing, research, transfusions, and blood donations. In addition, phlebotomists explain the procedure and assist patients if they have an adverse reaction, like fainting, once their blood is drawn.
The typical duties of phlebotomists include:1
- Talking with patients and donors to ease any apprehensions about having their blood drawn
- Validating the identity of a patient or donor to ensure accurate labeling of the blood
- Labeling collected blood for testing or processing
- Recording patient information into a database
BLOOD SPECIMEN COLLECTION
STANDARD PRECAUTIONS
SPECIMEN PROCESSING
RELATED BODY ANATOMY AND aFUNCTION
Check out our guide on becoming a Phlebotomy Technician.
If you are interested in becoming an integral part of a healthcare team, becoming a phlebotomist may be an ideal career choice for you. Thanks to phlebotomy technicians, physicians, and other health care practitioners can accurately determine a patient’s underlying health concerns and conditions, potentially saving their life. With compassion and a good bedside manner, you can make what is often a traumatic experience less painful.
Phlebotomy Technician FAQ
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What does a phlebotomy technician do?
Phlebotomists draw blood from patients or donors for tests, transfusions, research, or donations.1 A phlebotomist may need to speak with patients to make them feel comfortable during the blood draw, especially in settings where patients may see few other medical professionals, such as testing or donation sites. After drawing blood, a phlebotomist may need to label samples and enter patient information into databases.
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What do you need to become a phlebotomy technician?
According to the BLS, phlebotomists typically have some training from a phlebotomy post-secondary program. Some phlebotomists may enter the field with a high school diploma and receive training on the job. No matter their education level, phlebotomists also receive specific instructions on how to identify, label, and track blood samples.2
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What is the difference between a certified phlebotomist and a phlebotomy technician?
Both phlebotomists and phlebotomy technicians are trained healthcare workers who are qualified to draw blood. Be sure to check your state for specific regulations.
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How long does it take to become a phlebotomy technician?
The time to complete a phlebotomy course varies by institution. Carrington College’s Phlebotomy Technician course can be completed in as few as 3 months.
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Do I Need to be Certified to be a Phlebotomist?
The states of California, Louisiana, Nevada, and Washington require phlebotomists to be certified.2
