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Phlebotomists

Description

Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

Common Tasks

  • Collect fluid or tissue samples, using appropriate collection procedures.
  • Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies.
  • Dispose of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies.
  • Document route of specimens from collection to laboratory analysis and diagnosis.
  • Draw blood from arteries, using arterial collection techniques.

Required Education

Postsecondary non-degree award

Wages

In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $20.68 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $13.58 and $28.84 .

In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $43,022.70 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $28,246.71 and $59,991.12 .

Occupation Outlook

This occupation employed 450 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.

By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 17.8% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 530.

By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $20.00 with the median annual salary reaching $42,329.

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