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  Phlebotomist - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A phlebotomist is an individual trained to draw blood (venipuncture), either for laboratory tests, or for blood donations.
Phlebotomists collect blood primarily by performing venipuncture and, for collection of minute quantities of blood, fingersticks.
A prospective phlebotomist should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to follow simple directions and procedures and handle blood and other bodily fluids without discomfort.
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 Phlebotomist
Phlebotomists are trained to draw blood samples from people of all ages by venipuncture, skin puncture, or arterial collection as needed for medical tests and blood donations.
Phlebotomists are instructed to adhere to strict policies and procedures accuratelyand efficiently while treating the patient with care.
To be eligible to take the certification exam, the student must complete one year as a part-time phlebotomist or six months as a full-time phlebotomist or successful completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program including at least 100 documented successful venipunctures and 25 documented successful skin punctures.
www.flahec.org /hlthcareers/PHLEBOT.HTM   (255 words)

  
 Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist draw blood samples by venipuncture, skin puncture or arterial collection.
Phlebotomists must be familiar with medical/hospital procedures and environments.
Phlebotomists must also be able to perform diagnostic procedures and accurately interpret results.
jobprofiles.monster.com /Content/job_content/JC_health_care/JSC_HealthcareLaboratoryPathologyServices/JOB_Plebotomist/jobzilla_html?jobprofiles=1   (376 words)

  
 WHAT DOES A PHLEBOTOMIST DO?
Phlebotomists are specialised Medical Laboratory Assistants who collect blood from patients for examination in laboratories, the results of which provide valuable information to diagnosing illness.
Phlebotomists have responsibility to take blood without harming the patient or disturbing the nursing care they are receiving at the time.
Once the blood is taken phlebotomists are also responsible for transporting the specimen to the correct laboratory as and when required.
www.nhscareers.nhs.uk /nhs-knowledge_base/data/4856.html   (292 words)

  
 Phlebotomist
A phlebotomist is someone who is trained to collect blood sample in a clinical environment.
This requires a phlebotomist to calm patients and be an effective communicator and a good listener.
Phlebotomists typically work in hospitals, commercial laboratories, physician's offices, blood banks, pharmaceutical firms, home health agencies, research institutions, and pubic health clinics.
mshealthcareers.com /careers/phlebotomist.htm   (441 words)

  
 HOT Careers in Connecticut > Laboratory Sciences > Pathologist's Assistant
Phlebotomists draw blood samples from people by venipuncture, skin puncture, and keep careful records of all proceduresfor medical tests and blood donations.
Safety precautions are of utmost concern to the phlebotomist to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases.
Phlebotomists are instructed to adhere to strict policies and procedures accurately and efficiently while treating the patient with care.
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 Phlebotomist education Degrees - Education Whiz
Phlebotomists also have responsibility to take blood without harming the patient or disturbing the nursing care they are receiving at the time.
Working with patients, phlebotomists share their time between taking blood and working in a laboratory with a lab technologist testing this blood for disease or other abnormalities.
Phlebotomists are also responsible for explaining the procedure to patients, updating patient records, preparing stains and reagents, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and taking a patient's blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate.
www.educationwhiz.com /healthcare/phlebotomist-training.html   (546 words)

  
 Phlebotomy Schools - Search
Employment phlebotomists is expected to grow faster than average for all occupations through next 8 years as the volume of laboratory tests continues to increase with population growth and the development of new types of tests available.
Phlebotomists play a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
The requirement for an entry-level position as a phlebotomist is a bachelor’s degree with a major in medical technology.
www.top-colleges.com /v/phlebotomy.php   (246 words)

  
 What is a Phlebotomist? - Healthcare Programs
Phlebotomists deal directly with patients, and must be able to explain procedures and help nervous patients relax.
In addition to taking blood, a phlebotomist must process, clearly label, and store all specimens, making sure they are delivered to the appropriate destination (a specific lab, for instance).
To become a phlebotomist, you must have a high school degree or equivalent, and complete a program in phlebotomy.
www.healthcare-programs.com /articles/what-is-a-phlebotomist.php   (373 words)

  
 Phlebotomist   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
The phlebotomist helps hospitals to ensure that blood samples are taken with safety, accuracy and efficiency.
Phlebotomists are employed by hospital labs, clinics, medical offices, and commercial laboratories.
A high school diploma or equivalent is required to enter training as a phlebotomist.
www.ua.edu /academic/colleges/cchs/ahec/phleb.html   (121 words)

  
 Employment news for Phlebotomist   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Phlebotomist and MLT Nov 7, 2005 We have two part-time openings (three days per week) for a phlebotomist and an MLT to perform general laboratory duties including blood draws.
Grandfather helps single mom cope Nov 8, 2005 She said a phlebotomist's starting pay at a hospital or clinic is $12 to $14 an hour, plus health benefits, and those are what she's looking forward to most.
Finding resilience among the ruins Oct 22, 2005 Reidy, a phlebotomist and counselor, saw the images of Hurricane Katrina's wrath along the Gulf Coast, blocked out 14 days on the calendar and made plans to...
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 Phlebotomist Lab Assistant - Technical Trade Vocational Schools Directory
The Phlebotomist Diploma program's curriculum is designed to train students in intravenous blood withdrawals in a minimum amount of time.
Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to work as a phlebotomist in hospital labs, clinics, physician's offices, blood banks, and plasma centers.
The objective of the Phlebotomist program is to prepare students with the knowledge, technical skills, and work habits required for an entry-level position in clinics, drug treatment centers, freestanding surgical centers, and hospital areas.
www.apprentiz.com /phlebotomy.html   (672 words)

  
 Medical Laboratory Observer: When should a phlebotomist ask for help with a difficult draw? - Liability and the Lab
There is no hard-and-fast rule about how many times a phlebotomist should attempt to draw a patient's blood before giving up and asking for help.
Persisting in an attempt to draw blood after a patient (or, in the case of children, a parent) has requested that the phlebotomist stop virtually guarantees a complaint and might even put the facility at risk for a lawsuit.
The risk of complication is related both to patient condition and to phlebotomist's skill.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m3230/is_1_35/ai_96892952   (453 words)

  
 PoughkeepsieJournal.com - Phlebotomist loves work with people   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Cindy Miller, a phlebotomist at MDS Hudson Valley Laboratories Inc., takes a blood sample at the Fowler Avenue center in Poughkeepsie last week.
I like to be around people, not by myself in an office,'' she said, asked what motivated her to consider the field.
A phlebotomist cannot be squeamish at the sight of blood.
www.poughkeepsiejournal.com /projects/on_the_job/bu012203s3.shtml   (515 words)

  
 Phlebotomy
Each phlebotomist generally establishes a routine that is comfortable for her or him.
Date, time and initials of the phlebotomist must be on the label of EACH tube.
The phlebotomist's role requires a professional, courteous, and understanding manner in all contacts with the patient.
www-medlib.med.utah.edu /WebPath/TUTORIAL/PHLEB/PHLEB.html   (2946 words)

  
 Traveling and Permanent Utah Phlebotomist jobs & job opportunities from CompHealth
If you do not see any phlebotomist jobs that you are interested in, please call us at 1-800-453-3030 and speak with one of our recruiters or fill out the Request a Recruiter form.
As one of the largest healthcare staffing and recruiting companies in the country, we have the resources to find the phlebotomist jobs you are looking for in Utah or any other state.
There were no phlebotomist jobs found in Utah.
www.comphealth.com /website/searchjobs/phlebotomistjobsutah.html   (166 words)

  
 phlebotomist Jobs
phlebotomist is responsible for collecting, organizing, accessioning, processing, and distributing specimens in the laboratory.
Purpose: A state of the art medical facility is in immediate need of experienced phlebotomists for the opening of an out patient lab.
EMSI is seeking Phlebotomists throughout Southern California, particularly in the Escondido and North County area.
www.uklug.co.uk /jobs_by_keyword/P/phlebotomist-jobs.html   (3271 words)

  
 Become a Phlebotomist - Learn About Phlebotomy, Find Phlebotomy Training   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Phlebotomists draw blood from patients or blood donors for medical testing.
Working directly with patients, phlebotomists divide their time between taking blood and working in a laboratory with a lab technologist testing this blood for disease or other abnormalities.
In addition to having your GED or high school diploma, you'll need to complete an accredited phlebotomist program, usually a 1-semester to 1-year certificate or diploma.
www.allalliedhealthschools.com /faqs/phlebotomist.php   (244 words)

  
 Phlebotomist   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
At a blood donation site a will draw the blood perform a test determine if the donor is anemic such as a fingerprick hemoglobin test and may also help recovery patients with adverse reactions.
In the UK no special certification is required only often on the job.
This is a well researched and written aid for the student or practicioner who wishes to revue prior to taking a phlebotomist certification exam....
www.freeglossary.com /Phlebotomist   (136 words)

  
 Phlebotomist
Due to a lack of specific data, the exact number of phlebotomists (pathology specimen collectors) is difficult to pinpoint.
Phlebotomists (pathology specimen collectors) mainly collect blood samples from patients for laboratory analysis.
This is done for reasons such as the diagnosis of disease or to determine blood typing.
getaccess.westone.wa.gov.au /careers/profiles/data/OCC305.asp   (970 words)

  
 Hans Kellner Dot Com :: Funny Job Titles :: Phlebotomist
For example, I would never be a "phlebotomist".
Phlebotomists collect blood samples and body fluids from patients for laboratory testing.
Actually, when you tell someone you are a phlebotomist, they usually associate the word with "labotomy." Then when you do tell them what the word means, they look at you like you're a freak!!
www.hanskellner.com /archives/2003/01/31/funny_job_titles_phlebotomist.html   (409 words)

  
 Professional Phlebotomist
Duties of a phlebotomist may also include participation and possibly coordination of health fairs and blood drive events, participation in continuing education courses, and recertification of the certified phlebotomist credential.
the direct supervision of a physician, or phlebotomists that are employed by a licensed clinical laboratory must be certified.
When it comes to the legal and regulatory requirements for phlebotomists in other states they should do everything to remain well informed and staying abreast with their regulations and any (possible) upcoming revisions.
www.phlebotomypages.com /phlebotomy.htm   (419 words)

  
 Phlebotomist: A description for the phlebotomist job
Phlebotomist: Draws blood from patients or donors in hospital, blood bank, or similar facility for analysis or other medical purposes: Assembles equipment, for example tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray, according to requirements for specified tests or procedures.
Verifies or records identity of patient or donor and converses with patient or donor to allay fear of procedure.
May also conduct interviews, take vital signs, and draw and test blood samples to screen donors at blood bank.
www.job-descriptions.org /phlebotomist.html   (160 words)

  
 Health Careers - Phlebotomist   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
Phlebotomists obtain blood and other samples for laboratory testing.
Phlebotomists work in medical laboratories in hospitals, for-profit laboratories, clinics, nursing homes, public health facilities, and associated healthcare industries.
In rural Alaska, phlebotomists are employed in hospitals, subregional clinics, physician’s offices, and other medical laboratory settings.
www.ichs.uaa.alaska.edu /careerguide/careers/phlebot.htm   (120 words)

  
 PHLEBOTOMIST JOBS - PHLEBOTOMIST CAREERS - JOBS AS PHLEBOTOMIST
Phlebotomist Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center Brockton Job Code: 1900 - Department: Laboratory - Part-time - rotating holidays - Day shift w/every other weekend - Certification Required - 1-2 years experience is required Requirements: Hi Riverside, CA US Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
Phlebotomist Caritas Norwood Hospital Norwood - Department: Lab - Phlebotomy - Per-diem - All shifts - Customer service skills are required Must be certified.
Phlebotomist Caritas St. Elizabeth's Medical Center Boston - Department: Excell Laboratory - Full-time 40 hrs/wk Mon-Fri 9:00 am - 5:30 pm - Day shift - Associates degree is preferred.
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 All phlebotomist jobs | Indeed.com
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PHLEBOTOMIST Job stability with a national organization…Great pay and benefits…A unique environment that allows you to deliver healthcare the way it should be…you can have it all!
PST with a minimum of two years experience as a patient service technician/phlebotomist, and may qualify as a floater.
Certified phlebotomist with a minimum of 1 year hospital and Lab experience...[more]
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