Those who have phlebotomy courses and have gone on to write their phlebotomy certification are know as “phlebotomist’s”. They are responsible for drawing blood from patients a variety of different patients. This blood is then analyzed in a laboratory to help identify whether any health problems exist. The phlebotomist is not responsible for analyzing the [...]
Phlebotomists are healthcare workers that draw blood samples for analysis. Doctors use the results as an important diagnostic tool. Phlebotomists are knowledgeable of human anatomy and physiology, especially of the cardiovascular system. They receive specialized training and many choose to become certified technicians. There are many benefits to obtaining one’s phlebotomy certification. Certification of practicing [...]
While not all phlebotomists are required to be licensed, most employers do require that their resident has his or her phlebotomist certification. Generally it depends on the state that you reside in as to whether or not a Phlebotomist requires any formal training or licensing. Many Phlebotomists require only the skills they have learned while [...]
Achieving certification as a phlebotomist acquires for an individual, an edge above others when applying for employment in their field. Remarkably, in every state in the United States, with the exceptions of California and Louisiana, one does not require certification as a phlebotomist in order to begin their career in their desired field. Both Louisiana [...]
Phlebotomy is a highly versatile and in-demand job. Every year in the state of Florida alone, approximately 236 jobs open up in the field of phlebotomy. However, many employers prefer to hire a certified phlebotomist with formal training, and like wise, a formal education in phlebotomy can become a highly desirable and profitable skill. Phlebotomy [...]