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A phlebotomist is trained to draw blood. Although the most common jobs for phlebotomists entail drawing blood for various diagnostic tests ordered by doctors, they also draw blood needed for job required and court ordered drug tests, and can assist in obtaining blood donations. Read on to learn how to become a phlebotomist.
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Phlebotomy
This video produced by Dalhousie University as part of the Common Currency project, demonstrates how to perform phlebotomy, or drawing blood. The phlebotomist uses protective eye wear and gloves, and shows how to find a vein, clean the area, set up the blood collection system, and insert the needle to draw the blood from the patient.
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Introduction
In order to become a phlebotomist, you'll need to have a high school diploma or GED, get trained as a phlebotomists, and become certified. Phlebotomists generally earn between $24,000 and $35,000 a year.http://www.howtobecomeaphlebotomist.com/What Does a Phlebotomist Do?
Phlebotomy originated with the ancient Egyptians. The word original was used to describr the practice of making an incision into a vein for removing blood for therapeutic purposes. Bloodletting as a medical treatment has fallen out of favor, and modern phlebtomists are responsible for collecting blood for laboratory analysis. In addition to drawing blood, phlebotomists aslo are responsible for:- Properly identifying the patient and correctly labelling the sample.
- Determining which collection method is best for each test.
- Professionally interacting with patents and other health professionals
- Using various computer systems to perform recordkeeping, billing, and to process insurance information
- Being aware of safety and quality control procedures.
- Understanding medical and laboratory terminology
- Communicating effective with patients and other health professionals
- Peform wound care after drawing blood
Step 2: Get Trained as a Phlebotomist
Phlebotomy training can be completed in six to twelve months, depending on the program. Courses are offered at both community colleges and vocational schools. The Center for Phlebotomy Education has a directory of all accredited phlebotomy programs in the United States.Step 3: Become Licensed as a Phlebotomist
Each state has it's own phlebotomy licensing requirements, but most require that you pass a certification exam after completing an accredited training program. The certification exam offered by the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians tests both academic and clinical knowledge.About this page
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