Getting started after receiving Phlebotomy certificate

I've completed my course in Phlebotomy and received a certificate. How are you supposed to get a job as a Phlebotomist, when no one is willing to hire you even as a trainee or to have an apprentice type position to start to see if you could do the job?

keep you'r head up and don't give up someone will hire you try hospital, health centers, BLOODBANKS,etc

Cathy in Gardiner, Maine said: I've completed my course in Phlebotomy and received a certificate. How are you supposed to get a job as a Phlebotomist, when no one is willing to hire you even as a trainee or to have an apprentice type position to start to see if you could do the job?

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Cathy in Gardiner, Maine said: I've completed my course in Phlebotomy and received a certificate. How are you supposed to get a job as a Phlebotomist, when no one is willing to hire you even as a trainee or to have an apprentice type position to start to see if you could do the job?

I am having the same problem, I have my certificate, but all the jobs are asking for experience. I am becoming frustrated with job placement. The hospitals are requiring prior hospital experience...where do i go from here?

I know this s#@% is f%$*ed up they don't tell you this s$^t when you pay your 100$ for the test where do we go from here how the hell did everyone else get hired at one point everyone was new

I have,since my training,applied over and over, even to some of the same places. No response or "no thank you" at this time. Since then I have noticed numerous ads for these same jobs. That tells me,that those with the experience don't have a work ethic or aren't any good. Guess all that experience hasn't helped the employer has it?! I guess my AGE wasn't a factor...right??

Cathy in Manchester, Maine said: I have,since my training,applied over and over, even to some of the same places. No response or "no thank you" at this time. Since then I have noticed numerous ads for these same jobs. That tells me,that those with the experience don't have a work ethic or aren't any good. Guess all that experience hasn't helped the employer has it?! I guess my AGE wasn't a factor...right??

I'm in Michigan, I finished my phlebotomy training over a year ago. I was able to work for about 7 months within Quest diagnostics as a temp, making right around $11, and working less than 30 hours a week on average. I could not live on that...assignments dried up in January as Quest downsized and put a lot of their permanenet employees on part time. I have not worked in over 2 months and am considering now going back to school, this time to a school that has job placement assistance, which my program did not.

It was not a horrible investment though. My course was 12 weeks and only cost $850 but I too am in that grey area where I have some experince, but not enough, certainly not enough to work in a hospital which is where the big money is. I looked into traveling insurance exams but one company paid only $16 per exam and no money for gas/millage.

Hi my name is Barbie. I live in Indianapolis. I am 45 years old and worked for Anthem 24 years and was laid off. Getting over the shock was overwelming enough. I wanted to try the other side of the field and took a course in phlebotomy and received my certificate. I have applied for multiple positions within hospitals and independent labs with absolutely NO LUCK. I have also not received any news, denials, etc. What can I do about this. I lost my parents and watched them frown when labs were drawn so I know I have alot of empathy towards patients. I can't find a job!!!! Any information anyone may have I would greatly appreciate it.

So... I guess I shouldn't take the phlebotomy course.

i am fresh out of school and need a job in phebatomy my husband walked out and left me and my teenagers i need this too prove i can make it without him

Cathy in Manchester, Maine said: I have,since my training,applied over and over, even to some of the same places. No response or "no thank you" at this time. Since then I have noticed numerous ads for these same jobs. That tells me,that those with the experience don't have a work ethic or aren't any good. Guess all that experience hasn't helped the employer has it?! I guess my AGE wasn't a factor...right??

Don't feel bad I have been a phlebotomist for 8yrs and have worked in a lab for 8yrs. and I can't even get a job with experience. Pretty funny!!

sueliz151 in Freehold, New Jersey said: Suzanne in NJ I have also completed a Phlebotomy Technician program and have received my certificate. I am unable to find a job due to "lack of experience". It is unbelievable!!!

Suzanne,try to get a slot in the hospital as a volunteer in the lab working with the phlebotomy techs,im in that same situation,im working as a volunteer,it helps and it is a foot in the door. Many hospitals have volunteer programs,so apply.

Sigh. After reading these messages, Im forced to reconsider my decision of becoming a Phlebotomist; but now I'm not sure what else I could do that doesnt require years of training. I'm a former mortgage lender, with no income. The only jobs offering me jobs are commission only.

Plainfield,Look at what your local community college has to offer in the continueing education.You might find sometyhing else there that you might want to do thats quick.I myself am a out of work phlebotomy tech.It took me over a year to find my first positon in the field.However they had to let me go 6 months ago due to company's financial proplems.I thought it would be easyer to find a job since i now have experience.Its hard to find a job with so many people out of work.I went on one interview and the lady told me that they are cranking out so many phlebotomist at this time there are some people with 5 or more years experience that cant find jobs because ther is not enough jobs.Medical Assistants are in the same boat.One training program I know you can find a job in is GNA/CNA. If you can stomache this type of work.You do also have dental assistant,pharmacy tech,sergical supply tech and much more.

I am a Nationaly Certified Pharmacy Tech with a state liscense. It does me no good. Here in VA they do not pay much. Currently I am making 7.75 an hour. Good thing I live with my parents. I was looking at doing the Phlebotomy training thinking it would be better than Pharmacy Tech after reading this I do not know that it is a good idea.

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sueliz151 in Freehold, New Jersey said: Suzanne in NJ I have also completed a Phlebotomy Technician program and have received my certificate. I am unable to find a job due to "lack of experience". It is unbelievable!!!

From Suzanne:I have FINALLY gotten a job with LabCorp. I am very excited!!! Don't GIVE UP just keep on applying!!!

Cathy in Gardiner, Maine said: I've completed my course in Phlebotomy and received a certificate. How are you supposed to get a job as a Phlebotomist, when no one is willing to hire you even as a trainee or to have an apprentice type position to start to see if you could do the job?

Cathy,
I am having trouble with the same problem. If you get any response to this question please let me know.
Forever

Maybe consider volunteer work at a blood bank until you have enough experience. Thats my plan. By the way, www.indeed.com/ seems to be a good site for finding jobs.

Cathy in Gardiner, Maine said: I've completed my course in Phlebotomy and received a certificate. How are you supposed to get a job as a Phlebotomist, when no one is willing to hire you even as a trainee or to have an apprentice type position to start to see if you could do the job?

I agree with you. I just got Mine here in atlanta. It's like why bother if your not going to get a chance. I've heard the clinics like labcor and drug testing places were the best places to start. I'm trying to find a phlebotomy position in Atlanta myself. Good Luck. I know you will find a job in that position soon.

I haven't had a chance to check out labcorp or quest.

Hello. Yes there are alot of clinics and companies other than hospitals that use phlebotomists i'm finding out. Even some insurance companies. Tho I feel you. It's still the point of them giving you a chance. I've just really started puttin in online apps to alot of places. I've heard you have a faster chance at clinics or red cross than a hospital. I'm testing that theory now. I'm in atlanta and its alot of competition.

Good Luck to you

Barbie in Indianapolis, Indiana said: Hi my name is Barbie. I live in Indianapolis. I am 45 years old and worked for Anthem 24 years and was laid off. Getting over the shock was overwelming enough. I wanted to try the other side of the field and took a course in phlebotomy and received my certificate. I have applied for multiple positions within hospitals and independent labs with absolutely NO LUCK. I have also not received any news, denials, etc. What can I do about this. I lost my parents and watched them frown when labs were drawn so I know I have alot of empathy towards patients. I can't find a job!!!! Any information anyone may have I would greatly appreciate it.

Barbie, have you had any luck in finding a job? I am getting ready to take the phlebotomy class at med tech. I have not worked in 7 years. and i have appllied to so many places. for just about anywhere. and so far i had not calls. i am 43 and when i was 16 i got any job i applied for. i hape i have better luck .

I've been a phlebotomist for 5 years. I got started as an EMT and landed a job in the hospital with that credential. I know a lot of phlebotomist I worked with came from carter blood. They got their training there. Even though you are already trained you maybe able to get your experiance you need through the blood banks. Check your local blood banks. You may feel you are starting over but at least you can get your foot in the door. I'm looking for work also. There are just not alot of jobs right now.

Kimcl in Indianapolis, Indiana said: Barbie, have you had any luck in finding a job? I am getting ready to take the phlebotomy class at med tech. I have not worked in 7 years. and i have appllied to so many places. for just about anywhere. and so far i had not calls. i am 43 and when i was 16 i got any job i applied for. i hape i have better luck .

Yes, however I went back to Anthem. I just started back today! I had absolutely no luck finding one as a phlebotomist. This is sad because I was really looking forward to using my new skills. I would be good at it but no one would give me a chance. Good Luck to you!

Cathy in Gardiner, Maine said: I've completed my course in Phlebotomy and received a certificate. How are you supposed to get a job as a Phlebotomist, when no one is willing to hire you even as a trainee or to have an apprentice type position to start to see if you could do the job?

i am having the same problems

I just feel that its waste bof time and money i have had this problem for 2 years and i put in so many applicatons its frustrating!

I've decided to enroll in a Pharmacy Technician Program instead. It takes about a month to complete and can be done at a local college. The costs I've seen range from $400 - $2000 but if you're unemployed you might qualify for a tuition waiver or voucher. Speak with yr local unemployment office or local community college. I have even found one school in my area offering it only. Here is some additional information I found in a local online newspaper while reading an article on becoming an Pharamcy Tech:

"According to labor statistics, "employment of pharmacy technicians is expected to increase by 32 percent from 2006 to 2016, which is much faster than average for all occupations." CareerOneStop lists pharmacy technician as one of the top 50 fastest growing professions in the U.S.

Due to the growing middle-aged and elderly populations as well as scientific advances, the need for skilled pharmacy technicians, who can fill the increasing demand for prescriptions, will continue to grow..." I hope this can help someone.

I am enrolled in a Pct program though the Wia program, I will be finish in 3-4 weeks.I also am interested in Pharmacy Tech, but my career counselor will not let me register because this is not consider a high wage job.I am think of community college where i can apply for finicial aid or Walgreen's or CVS pharmacy internship, just so my marketability is better.

It's job security. GO FOR IT!

Barbie in Indianapolis, Indiana said: Yes, however I went back to Anthem. I just started back today! I had absolutely no luck finding one as a phlebotomist. This is sad because I was really looking forward to using my new skills. I would be good at it but no one would give me a chance. Good Luck to you!

Barbie
Where did you take the class at? I hope i get hired on somewhere.

Kimcl in Indianapolis, Indiana said: Barbie
Where did you take the class at? I hope i get hired on somewhere.

MedTech College in Greenwood

I hear you all! I too completed a Phlebotomy course and received my certificate 8 months ago and have had no luck in finding employment. I've gotten no reply's on any applications! I'm losing hope...I only need part time employment now that all my children are grown and thought a new skill would bring me a new adventure! Well...I've consulted with a friend within the Phlebotomy field and she suggest starting with volunteering my services to get the experience and maybe my foot in the door somewhere. I plan to hold out a little longer!

It is sad taking a course of studies and not finding employment after a person has studied so hard to learn all there is within that field of interest and not be able to go anywhere with it...we lose what we don't use over time...

I am going to med tech too. i start next friday. Can you please fill me in on how the class works.
thanks kim

Sorry, I took Phlebotomy Tech...I'm not sure what all Med Tech entails...

I went to Mary Grove College In Detroit.

I did the Pharmacy Tech thing. I had read the up and comings of the trade. It has proven not to be so. I am Nationally Certified and State Licensed and only make 7.75 an hour. If you are looking to support yourself or your family this has not proven to be that great to me.

MedTech was a great school to go to for phlebotomy. I loved my teacher, her name was Joan. As a matter of fact, when I took my final I had to draw from her!! Talk about bein under pressure. Having to draw from the teacher on my final. The class was great. It is a pass/fail course. I really enjoyed class even at age 45! I would still like to get a job part time or weekends doing phlebotomy even thoug I had to go back to Anthem/Wellpoint.

Cathy in Gardiner, Maine said: I've completed my course in Phlebotomy and received a certificate. How are you supposed to get a job as a Phlebotomist, when no one is willing to hire you even as a trainee or to have an apprentice type position to start to see if you could do the job?

I was wondering where u got ur certificate? if u can tell me please

forever in Baltimore, Maryland said: Cathy,
I am having trouble with the same problem. If you get any response to this question please let me know.
Forever

Cathy & others......I may have an avenue for you. Email me if interested. No, I'm not selling anything. Anyone know the location of the free Phlebotomy location in NYC?

I too am in the same boat. After graduating top of my class, there are no positions for entry-level phlebotomists.I even have my CNA,EKG and patient care tech certifications!Im also willing to relocate ANYWHERE, but no luck. Can anyone point me in the right direction? Im desperate!

lucky in Flint, Michigan said: I too am in the same boat. After graduating top of my class, there are no positions for entry-level phlebotomists.I even have my CNA,EKG and patient care tech certifications!Im also willing to relocate ANYWHERE, but no luck. Can anyone point me in the right direction? Im desperate!

You have a CNA and haven't found a job? DANG?

welcome to the healthcare industry....its flooded everywhere but Dr.'s and Nurses...im a nuclear tech graduate...havent ben able to find a job anywhere in a hospital not even as a phleb. its just the way things are...im going back to school like everyone else now...soon a BS degree wont even get u a job at mcdonalds....oh wait it dosent now.....cuz i cant even find a part time job....im in limbo between "not enough years experience" for a real job...and "over qualified" for crap jobs..........such is life now....

I earned a ASPT certification last year...I have not found a job yet. Every application requires experience, I feel like the class was a waste of my time and money. I renewed my license, but did not attend the continuatin ed clase simply because, in my opinion it would have been a useless. I even spoke with a few supervisors about a phlebotimist position and explained them that we had to complete 100 veinipunctures and 25 finger pricks to become approved. However, that did not help in getting placed for employemnt...very disapointed.

Phlebotomy jobs are growing, I have found many that are traveling, per diem, full time and part time. Doing clinics is a good way to secure "experience" and getting paid. Here are many links:

redstate.jobamatic.com/a/jobs/find-jobs/q-Mobile+Phlebotomist/l-Orlando%2C+FL/mi-50/sb-pd

www.myparamed.com/

www.superiormobilemedics.com/

www.uswellness.com/dt/pl/uw/jobboard.asp

www.healthsolutions.com/resources/careers.html

www..provanthealth.com/onsite_serv.html

www.phsmobile.com/

www.healthwatch.cc/company.html

www.kronoscompany.com/kronos.web.corporate/Contact_/Careers.aspx

careers.summithealth.com/

www.flushotsusa.com/

www.vsamerica.com/aboutus/docs/vsa-mr-tab1-80.htm

www.staywellhealthmanagement.com/about_employment.asp

www.aquilaltd.com/careers.htm

www..wellcall.com/products_onsite.html

www.questdiagnostics.com/brand/careers/index.html

www.flubusters.com/Nursing.html

www.imsbeta.com/

www.lsscreening.com/

www2.ultirecruit.com/MED1009/jobboard/Listjobs.aspx?Page=Browse&__VT=ExtCan)

www.hwinstitute.com/

www.lifelinescreening.com/careers/Pages/default.aspx

www.ltwell.com/health_fairs_screenings.htm

www.preceptgroup.com/company/careers/index.aspx

www.myecsinc.com/careers.aspx

www.healthfairsdirect.com/

www.lifehealthcorp.com/Home.aspx

www.midlandhealth.com/join.asp

centegra.org/OPage.asp?PageID=OTH000274

www.kershwellness.com/new/pages/Careers/Careers.aspx

www.examsplus.org/?PageType=4

www.hooperholmes.com/Aspx/Core/Core.HomePage.aspx?selMenuID=1&ParentID=1&NType=CONT&Module=Core

www.employeewellnessusa.com/about/team.html

www.careerbuilder.com/Jobs/Company/C8A59Q6X7NMPV0DDYGS/Medix-Staffing-Solutions-Inc/

Thanks Wayno!!!!
I'll check out those websites. I've been trying to get a phlebotomy job for over a year! I was a stay at home mom for the past 4+ yrs, so it's been so difficult getting back into the workforce, but I see I'm not alone. I did finally get a job with Onsite Health, but it's only contract work. I reccomend that you all check out there website.
www.onsitehealth.com
I at least get to keep up my skills, and they have been great to work for!

Good luck everyone,
Monica

blahh in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania said: welcome to the healthcare industry....its flooded everywhere but Dr.'s and Nurses...im a nuclear tech graduate...havent ben able to find a job anywhere in a hospital not even as a phleb. its just the way things are...im going back to school like everyone else now...soon a BS degree wont even get u a job at mcdonalds....oh wait it dosent now.....cuz i cant even find a part time job....im in limbo between "not enough years experience" for a real job...and "over qualified" for crap jobs..........such is life now....

I AGREE. I live in AZ and am a Registered Phlebotomy Technican w/national certification through AMT. I graduated with a 4.0 and excellent reference on clinicals; completed 160 hours of clinicals. There are no jobs here and we live in a state where there is a hospital on virtually every corner. Everyone wants 1-2 yrs. experience. Very difficult for new grads like myself. I have been to many, many health career job fairs. Last week I went to a job fair where they were hiring one (1) phlebotomist. There were 500 people applying. Now, I am thinking of going into nursing. There is a shortage of nurses and doctors only. My daughter is a critical care RT in Denver and there are no jobs for those individuals either; she works with students on clinicals all the time. Good luck everyone!

It also helps if the "compayn/hospital" is hiring for that position! Where I did mine, hirign freeze!

Cathy in Gardiner, Maine said: I've completed my course in Phlebotomy and received a certificate. How are you supposed to get a job as a Phlebotomist, when no one is willing to hire you even as a trainee or to have an apprentice type position to start to see if you could do the job?

If you are interested in a position in phlebotomy contact me through email at tlcandie2003@yahoo.com We will allow you to train.