Salary for Phlebotomists

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Individuals working as phlebotomists draw blood from veins and capillaries. They may collect other bodily fluid samples, as well, and are responsible for cleaning, stocking, and organizing blood-drawing trays. In accordance with facility guidelines and local, state, and federal laws, they dispose of used needles and sharps, as well as biohazardous waste and bodily fluids. They may also enter patient data into computerized records systems, and transport samples to laboratories for analysis. A high school diploma or the equivalent, and specialized training may be required.

A Phlebotomist will normally get an average compensation of somewhere between 32000 - 48000 depending on education and experience. Phlebotomists usually get a compensation of Forty One Thousand Six Hundred dollars yearly.

Phlebotomists have the highest average potential salary in Tennessee, where they can get an average job salary of close to about $56810. People holding these jobs have the highest salaries in Administrative, Support and Waste Management Services, where they can earn compensation, on average, of $52190.

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