Some people are interested in becoming phlebotomy technicians because of the excellent job outlook. Others are interested because they want to help people improve their health. Both of these benefits are part of the explanation for why there are about 130,000 phlebotomy technicians in the United States alone!
The job outlook for phlebotomists is rated as extremely good. The industry is growing much faster for phlebotomists than for almost anything else. On top of that, many people are surprised by how easy it is to become a phlebotomy technician and join the medical industry.
Of course, there is a process to go through in order to get your certification and become a phlebotomy technician. However, this process is relatively straightforward. You can even go through it without any kind of prior medical experience.
So what exactly should you do if you want to move toward becoming a phlebotomy technician? Read on to learn all about the most important things you will have to do to become a phlebotomy technician!
Where Can I Work as a Phlebotomist With No Experience?
All over the world of employment, people are concerned that they will have trouble getting a job when they’re first starting out. In fact, this is a very reasonable fear. After all, the problem exists for all kinds of jobs.
Fortunately, being a phlebotomy technician is different from most other jobs. There are several reasons that you are more likely to be able to find plenty of places to work as a phlebotomist with no experience compared to other kinds of work.
First of all, there is incredible demand for phlebotomists. The industry is growing at an incredibly rapid rate. As a result, people are more and more likely to hire a potential phlebotomist as long as there is nothing glaringly wrong with their record.
It should go without saying that they will be open to hiring people without prior experience.
On top of that phlebotomists perform a number of important tasks. However, these tasks are relatively simple. That is why the training to receive them is also simple.
In general, extra years of experience being a phlebotomist only add so much. That is why it is easier to find work as a phlebotomist with no experience than it is to find other kinds of work without experience.
Educational Requirements to Get a Phlebotomy Certification
Of course, you will still be working in the medical industry. It probably comes as no surprise to you that there are certain basic educational requirements. There is a phlebotomy course you will need to take, but there are other requirements you will need to fulfill before you can even apply for that course.
The first thing that you will need is a high school diploma. Lots of the things that you learn in high school will be extremely relevant to your work as a phlebotomy technician. In particular, you will want to focus on maths and sciences.
Since you will be working in the medical industry, the most important science to focus on might be biology. Other important areas of focus might include chemistry or even psychology.
When you are taking blood from people, you have to help them manage their stress. If you can manage it, it helps to learn a little bit about psychology.
Alternatively, you can get a GED. That will work just as well to qualify you to apply for a phlebotomy program.
Although not technically a requirement, there are some other things that you will need if you want to become a phlebotomist.
First of all, you will have to be able to handle blood. Some people have a terrible fear of blood. Of course, these people will have a much more difficult time as a phlebotomy technician than almost anybody else.
On top of that, you need to be conscientious and compassionate. You need to be able to do very careful work, and you need to be able to help people relax while you do it.
Special Classes for Certification for Phlebotomy
You can then take a phlebotomy certification course. They may also require that you submit for a background check or provide proof of your immunizations.
You can generally finish a phlebotomy program in under a year. In the program, they will teach you everything you need to know in order to pass the phlebotomy examination.
Passing the Exam for Phlebotomy Technician Certification
Passing the phlebotomy certification is the last major hurdle before you can enter the medical industry. You cannot apply to take the examination unless you have finished a phlebotomy course.
You can take the survey examination as many as three times. If you fail the third time, then you will have a lot of difficulty trying to take it again.
Keep Your Certification up to Date
Once you pass your exam, you will be able to get your certification as a phlebotomist. However, you will need to keep that certification up-to-date. You will have to demonstrate your continued knowledge of phlebotomy every year to continue to work in the field.
Advantages of Working as a Phlebotomy Technician
Working as a phlebotomy technician is a great way to enjoy job security and help people at the same time. It is a very quick way to enter the medical industry as well.
Understand How You Can Become a Phlebotomy Technician
We hope that some of the ideas in this brief article about how you can become a phlebotomy technician without needing any prior experience have been helpful for you. Many people dream of working in the medical industry. However, they imagine that the process to become part of this industry is extremely complicated.
Many people are amazed at how simple it can be to become a phlebotomy technician. To learn more about how you can become a phlebotomy technician or where you can find classes to help you earn your certification, feel free to reach out and get in touch with us here at any time!
Nancy L. Kimmel obtained her PhD in Environmental Engineering in 2002, then went on to teach Physics and Mechanical Engineering at Lawrence Technological University, Henry Ford College and Oakland University. She obtained her Associate in Nursing from Henry Ford College and then went on to earn her Master Degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner and became Board Certified working as a licensed FNP in the State of Michigan. She then went on to Medical School where she is now in her 3rd year, and is also in the process of obtaining her Doctorate in Nursing Practice through Chamberlin University. She has authored the NET Study Guide, as well a several books on subjects of Math, ECG/EKG and Phlebotomy. She holds a patent on an Air Filter through the U.S. Patent Office.