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Phlebotomists are clinical technicians who work in medical laboratories. It is their job to take blood samples from patients. For your best chances to become a phlebotomist, you need to complete an associate's degree program from a vocational school or community college, choosing from online or in-class training. In a phlebotomy training program, you will learn the skills needed for safe and relatively painless blood sampling through lectures, scheduled activities, and labs. Phlebotomy schools' curricula include phlebotomy courses in the human circulatory system and proper specimen handling and testing. Most programs include internships that allow you to practice your skills in a real clinical setting.

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Phlebotomists take blood samples from patients for clinical testing. They also assist in carrying out the tests. As a phlebotomist you work in direct contact with patients. You explain the procedures to them, draw a blood sample, and label it for laboratory testing. You then work with a laboratory technician to test the blood samples for signs of disease or other irregularity. You may undertake some basic examination of the patient, and update their medical records. You should be accurate, have steady hands, and be able to reassure and comfort patients.

To become a phlebotomist does not require a college degree. Education to high school diploma level followed by relevant work experience is often sufficient. However, you can increase your professional skills and your job prospects by earning a phlebotomy certification. Phlebotomy courses will include techniques of blood collection, processing of samples, and some medical terminology. Your program will offer instruction in safety, which is a vital aspect of working with blood. You may also learn about communications and the use of computers.

With the advantage of a phlebotomy certification or diploma, you can expect to find jobs in medical laboratories in various locations. Hospitals, commercial laboratories, nursing homes, clinics, and physicians’ offices can all offer work to certified phlebotomists. The demand for qualified healthcare workers is always high, but those with the right training can expect to find the best positions. If you wish to work in phlebotomy, you will gain considerable advantages by earning a phlebotomy certificate.