Phlebotomy FAQ

Phlebotomists oversee everyday aspects of patient care and provide critical health information to medical practitioners throughout the country. Phlebotomists must know how to successfully perform blood draws. If you like working with people and enjoy making a difference in their lives, phlebotomy may be a great career choice for you! Learn more about the Phlebotomy Course and how to start your career in healthcare as a phlebotomist.

A phlebotomist is a medical technician who’s trained to draw and collect blood samples. 

Phlebotomists draw blood for a range of reasons, including testing, research, donations and blood transfusions. Additional duties include preparing patients for blood draws, labeling blood samples and ensuring essential equipment is adequately sanitized.

The Phlebotomy Course at MTI is five weeks.

Most phlebotomists earn a certificate from a postsecondary educational institution; however, some employers are willing to provide on-the-job training to candidates who have at least a high school diploma. Professional certification may make you a more appealing candidate to employers. 

MTI’s Phlebotomy Course prepares students to take a national certification exam, which is necessary to become a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). Students also receive certifications for CPR, AED and first aid.

As of May 2022, the median wage for phlebotomists is $38,530. Pay depends on experience level, location and setting, with the highest 10% of phlebotomists earning over $51,000 and the lowest earning around $30,000.

Phlebotomists work in a wide range of environments, from hospitals and medical labs to physicians’ offices and outpatient care centers. Some phlebotomists travel to various offices and sites as part of mobile blood centers.

Sources

  • https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/phlebotomists.htm#tab-3
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