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Phlebotomist
Phlebotomists draw blood from patients for medical tests, donations, or research, requiring steady hands, excellent patient communication, and attention to specimen labeling. It is an accessible entry point into the healthcare field with relatively short training. FL employs over 8,700 phlebotomists and sees about 1,350 annual job openings.
FL Median Salary
$38,570
Entry Salary
$35,280
Experienced
$47,160
FL Growth
N/A
Requirements & Training
- Credential: CPT (NHA) or CPT I (ASCP) preferred
Career Path
- Phlebotomist
- Senior/Lead Phlebotomist
- Phlebotomy Supervisor
- Lab Manager (with MLT education)
Top Florida Employers
Hospital labsClinical labs (Quest/LabCorp)Physician officesBlood banksPlasma donation centers
Related Programs
- Phlebotomy Certificate
- Medical Assisting Certificate