getting a job in phlebotomy

I have just get a job in the hospital as a nursing assistant,ekg,phlebotomy all three on the medical surgical floor. Don't give up it took me 3 month to for a job. You can go to www.labcorp.com to find jobe in phlebotomy I hope this will help somrone.

James L Gainey in Florence, South Carolina said: I have just get a job in the hospital as a nursing assistant,ekg,phlebotomy all three on the medical surgical floor. Don't give up it took me 3 month to for a job. You can go to www.labcorp.com to find jobe in phlebotomy I hope this will help somrone.

Sorry,but it probably won't. Lab Corp and Quest are very difficult to get into,at least in this state it is.

Denine in Corona, California said: is there some place local in the Riverside California area that I can volunteer at? I have tried the Red Cross but they wont even consider me with out experience?

You can go to www.labcorp.com and applied for jobs on line as a phlebotomy.

sassygirl in Jeromesville, Ohio said: Hello everyone I have thought of a few other options to try also. There seem to be alot of "Plasma Services Companies" out there, like ZBL is a local one for ohio. The hours are sometimes long but it may be another way in after you get experience you can move on to something more to your liking.One of the girls I work with started out at a Plasma collection site and she hated it but she ended up getting a job at the hospital because she could say she had experience. I have read some of the other forums and I hope no one thinks I am being smart, I just want to help. Take Care All and Good Luck!!!!

I started training at Plasma Care not far from ZLB. It was the sadest experience I ever had. I will keep looking before I go to another plasma place. These places are not what healthcare represents. They are in business for money.

victoriaholden19@yahoo.com in Columbus, Ohio said: Please let me know where in ohio. I am very interested in using my certification, I have 3 kids to support. But, I'm only getting disappointment. I can be reached at victoriaholden19@yahoo.com. Thanks.

I think she was referring to "Summit Health". They are one of many health screening companies. The jobs are now and then,here and there,but they pay well. Try doing an online search of these companies. "Health Fitness" has a lot of screenings in the Columbus area. If you want more info,write me (e-mail address is in my profile).

I know what you are going through,believe me. And I bet you had class members who were poor students and had a lousy technique yet were able to find a job.

To answer that question- YES. They recently interviewed someone who was okay, but certainly not at the top. His test scores weren't the best either. If I'm correct he got the job I was applying for. I'm not jealous, all I'm looking for is an equal opportunity.

The only problem with Lab Corp is that they usually want 2-5 years experience. It will be my third time trying to apply at the hospital which two of the phlebotomy classmates that I was in the same class are now working at. All I want is a fair chance to interview and then whatever happens, happens....

I went as far as`having a professional resume made-up. Also, what I don't have in phlebotomy experience I have in people skills. I have dealt with the ederly on a personal level and am also a P.O.A. for my parent. I have raised children for over 30+ years ans am an excellent student. My appearance is alway's to notch and I keep up with the latest hairstyles and fashions. I'm well educated and have a business degree, but I must tell you that all of this seems to mean very little to some HR's. I get along with all types of people from all walks of life because I was in sales for many years. All I want is the opportunity to get an interview and hopefully thry will see that there is more to me than just a phlebotomist with an NHA Certification. I beleive that my age is a factor when they look at my resume, but how can I surpass the dates that I graduated without lying? I'm in a no win situaton....I am located approximately 25 minutes from Columbus, Ohio.

Amber in Catonsville, Maryland said: Are you working yet? And how long did it take you to get a job?

I'm fresh out school and i'm looking for a job i think it's hard where i live at their are no job's hardly and they don't tell you that when your taking the course if that's the case i could of went to school for somethink else, a waste of money!!!!

Can anyone give me any information on any of these titles:
1. What is a Phlebotomist Processor and what exactly do they do? Also, where do I get the processor education? Do they have schools for this?
2 Laboratory Assistant Phlebotomist-Where do I get the extra schooling to become the Laboratory Assistant part? What exactly do they do?
3. Medical Technician Phlebotomist-Where would I go for the extra courses neede to become one? What do they do?

Our Phlebotomy Teacher never discussed any of these other specialty fields with our class. So, if anyone has any information on any of these titles, I really would appreciate the information or how to begin finding schools that offer the extra education. Thanks to anyone that can offer any ideas or leads.

I graduated at the end of 2007, and certified at the beginning of 2008. I am not working yet and am very discouraged to say the least. I have applied twice at our local hospital and didn't even get the opportunity to have an interview. I also had a professional resume made so that I would'nt look so new.
One of the biggest problems is that most places want anywhere from one to five years experience. Hugh...Well how do you do that if you don't get hirred because you have no experience? If that is'nt a catch 22 situation I would like to know wwhat you would call it? I'm now trying to find out information about Phlebotomist Processors, or Laboratory Assistant Phlebotomist, or Medical Technician Phlebotomist, or Registrar Phlebotomist so that I might try to add more education to the title. I really don't know what to do at this point.
I hope that you have more success than what I've had so far. Not only am I discouraged but it really hurts my feelings when I think that I was the top student in my class and this is the reward for trying so hard to do so well. I'm very disappointed at this time, and I also need a job. I am applying for positions that are'nt even related to my field in hopes that I might get my foot in the door and try from the inside once I get in, that is if I can even get in. I wish you the Best of Luck and hope that you attain a position in the very near future.

I have applied at lab corp and applied and applied and applied. Not one word from them at all. Try again

they are tough to get into any where yet they promote such a great advertising technique. They must of hired a great ad campagin company to do nothing but lie to every one. that must be where all their money is going, on the lies that they will hire new students.

What is a Phlebotomist Processor and what exactly do they do? A Phlebotomy Processor is someone who registeres the patients requisitions into the computer and enteres the tests. Just basic computer knowledge is needed (how to use a key board).

Laboratory Assistant Phlebotomist? Basically the same thing.

Medical Technician Phlebotomist? 4 years of schooling as a generalist with the knowledge of a phlebotomist because you will have to draw blood as well.

I wish the state of california was like you. I cant find a job for nothing.

Come to Massachusetts!!!!

I really don't think that this is just in the field of Phlebotomists, because I have been on several forum sites and find the same complaint over and over sadly enough. Some have undergone extensive schooling in some of these different fields. Their problem is getting a job for the first time because everyone wants experience.
Well,I personally think that if we (all)contacted the local media with what is going on in healthcare and the fact that they don't tell you that once you get out there everyone wants experience and that the industry is saturated with Phlebotomists and other health care students from all fields, and there is very little work to be had, and the schools keep pumping students through, having them believe that there is an abundance of work out there for all students graduating, when in truth it happens to be slim at best. I think may be an expose' on the healthcare field is what is needed. No one else listens.
Of course this just an idea, but what is there to be done? By the time you find out what is really going on, you have already completed the course and owe the money, or have paid the money without the capability of refund.
I feel as many do, I did'nt go to school so that I could say I am a Phlebotomist or in any other medical profession for that matter. If I did'nt want a job, I would have stayed home!
Anyone interested in making a change, or changing the way they look at us because we may not have the experience they seek should consider what I have suggested might be done, or could be done if enough people were interested.

I really don't think that this is just in the field of Phlebotomists, because I have been on several forum sites and find the same complaint over and over sadly enough. Some have undergone extensive schooling in some of these different fields. Their problem is getting a job for the first time because everyone wants experience.
Well,I personally think that if we (all)contacted the local media with what is going on in healthcare and the fact that they don't tell you that once you get out there everyone wants experience and that the industry is saturated with Phlebotomists and other health care students from all fields, and there is very little work to be had, and the schools keep pumping students through, having them believe that there is an abundance of work out there for all students graduating, when in truth it happens to be slim at best. I think may be an expose' on the healthcare field is what is needed. No one else listens.
Of course this just an idea, but what is there to be done? By the time you find out what is really going on, you have already completed the course and owe the money, or have paid the money without the capability of refund.
I feel as many do, I did'nt go to school so that I could say I am a Phlebotomist or in any other medical profession for that matter. If I did'nt want a job, I would have stayed home!
Anyone interested in making a change, or changing the way they look at us because we may not have the experience they seek should consider what I have suggested might be done, or could be done if enough people were interested.

LC in Dayton, Ohio said: A lot of highly trained,certified people are applying and applying and getting nowhere while others can waltz right into a position,sometimes with very little or poor training. Until that is changed,until everyone who DRAWS BLOOD has to prove that they have a lengthy amount of phlebotomy and clinical lab science education and are registered,then this will continue. I was told that lot of hospitals have to advertise that a position is available and you will see that ad for weeks or months. What they are doing is gathering up a lot of applications so they can pick and choose,but then they end up hiring in a recent student that did their clinicals there. A teacher of mine admitted that hospitals LIKE to hire those type in because they are familiar with them and the former student already knows what to expect,and doesn't need to be shown much more. But these same ex-students have the EXACT amount of experience as you,if you did a clinical. How these HR people can excuse that is beyond me,and it should be brought to their attention. Unless these places NEVER hire in a recent ex- student that did their externship there,then they do not have the right to be telling anyone else who ALSO did several weeks of in and out patient clinicals- "You don't have enough experience".
There are other avenues to try first,like applying at your local blood banks (they will hire totally untrained people sometimes),seeing if any paramedical examiner companies have any work in your area,weight loss centers that have blood draws as part of their membership,health clinic companies like "Interfit"-and keeping in contact with your classmates,even if you couldn't stand some of them. They may hear of something that you don't since some of them are looking also.
Phlebotomy programs need to start having a job placement specialist to be helping out. A good word from these people,especially if they get around and know a lot of the hiring big shots,can go a long way.

Im right there with you honey tell me what to do and I will do it, I went to medical assisting school and now my loans are in collection. when I went to school they told me I would get jobs left and right and come to find out that they want bilingual people. I am not bilingual, so I am not working but they also want one years "paid" experience. How do I get the experience if no will hire me? The same as the Phlebotomist, no experience no job. If we all went in together then fine we can do it or if we wrote to the Health Career Agency for the US then that would be great also, just I dont know where to start. If you have any ideas call me 951-735-5056 my name is Denine but I go by Dee.

My Phlebotomist school had a job placement lady that did work with you on getting jobs. she even had list of jobs that was ready to hire some one right away, so when I called them they told me that I needed one years experience. Call me lets talk. 951-735-5056

We have three hours difference. When would be a good time for me to contact you? I'm home most of the time and check my email daily, so if you give me a time that is good for you, I will call you when it is convenient for you. Lokk forward to hearring from you and speaking to you.
I am a native CA by the way, I moved to Ohio back in 1996 and don't regret a day that I moved away. My oldest lives up in Mojave Desert in Apple Valley.
Take care,

Deborah Savage

Im an early riser I get up early early and go to bed late late so when ever is a good time. If Im not at home try my cell 951-858-8571 and that goes for any one else who wants to jump on the band wagon and make a stand and speak up for your selves and your careers and families.

Denine

Dear Denine,
Sorry that I have not contacted you by phone. I don't have a long distance plan, so I apologize to you, however, if you would like to chat sometime you can email me at deborah_savage@yahoo.com . Would love to chat with you about CA and what is going here as well. Look forward to your email soon. Take care, Deborah Savage

I feel where you all are coming from, because most jobs want you to have at least 3mos. to 1 year experience. I did get a job offer from a plasma center before I finished school, but they wanted me to go out of town and train at one of their sites for 10-12 weeks, but I have kids in school and was not able to do it. They didn't care if I were certified or not or had experience, because they trained you like they want and certify you. If it wasn't for my kids I would have taken it. That's the price you pay when you have kids, but you can also call around to blood banks like red cross to see if they take volunteers which is what I did, but I only give them 5 hours a month since I don't get paid. I have to work to pay my bills and take care of my kids, so that is all I could spare just to get the experience. When I move to Atlanta next year I should not have any problems. There are also other websites you can go on to view Phlebotomy jobs.

Websites:
www.medicalsolutions.com
www.topusajobs.com
www.maximhealthcare.com
www.healthcarerecruitment.com
groups.msn.com/phlebotomy/jobsearches.msnw

These are some great websites so please check them out. I hope that this has been helpful.

My fiance is about to do his clinicals for phlebotomy school. I really hope that he gets hired where he does his externship. I think he will because he has great people skills plus he is really smart, and he said his teacher is always tellin him that he is the best in his class so who knows. but he really needs a job he has had no income since january b/c he can't find a job that he can do he is somewhat disabled after being ran over by a bobcat on a job site while doing landscaping work. well then the only experience he had was in manual labor but he can't do it anymore b/c of his injuries. he can't do cashier or anything like that b/c he can't stand up all day. so that is why he picked phlebotomy so that he can get a job that he is physically able to do.
i think it is really messed up that they even training people to do this when there are way too many phlebotomist and not enough jobs. why waste so many people's time? if he doesn't get a job then he still has to find something he can physically do plus he wasted a whole semester and like 1300 dollars on top of it.

That is really sad and I feel your pain. Check out this website for disabled people to work from home. It is a legit company. Keep your head up. Things will get better and fall into place when you least expect it. Hope this is helpful.

Website:
www.nticentral.org

I recently was hired at our local hospital after several months of applying for every position and any position that came up. I was called in for an interview and was offered a position just recently. My suggestion is to not give up and keep applying for all phlebotomy positions, especially if they are always hiring at your local hospital. They like that someone has gumption and continues trying eventhough they are turned down more than once. Good luck and don't give up!

I recently was hired at our local hospital after several months of applying for every position and any position that came up. I was called in for an interview and was offered a position just recently. My suggestion is to not give up and keep applying for all phlebotomy positions, especially if they are always hiring at your local hospital.

Thank you very much for the information that you sent me, it is very much appreciated.

Amber in Catonsville, Maryland said: Are you working yet? And how long did it take you to get a job?

No I AM NOT!!! I been out of school 7 month..

I am actually starting tomorrow.

Deborah_Savage@yahoo.com in Columbus, Ohio said: I am actually starting tomorrow.

Deborah, Congratulations. I will be done my phlebotomy schooling in 3 weeks and then I go on my externship. I have already applied at a few places but nothing yet. I would like to get in at my local hospital too, that is where I'll be doing my extern but only thing is there's no openings right now. Do you have any advice for me while I am externing?

Thank you,
Tracy

just keep trying don't give up it took me two years after scholl to find a job they out there you just have to look hard for them rember the strong always service so keep your head up. never give up no matter how hard or disapointing it may get.

wow after looking for two years how do you remember what tubes are for what and what procedure goes with what when drawing blood?

I just keep up on my studys. i would review from time to time. every where you go is different. it's like rideing a bike once you learn how you never forget.

this is true. It will be very hard at first, but you will get it. Just keep styding your notes.

Well they help you. For the most part, they show you how they want it done. They give you a cheat sheet as they call it. It has all the tests that are performed by the Lab. They will also have you shadow someone as well while you are training.

Thank you. I will keep this in mind. I appreciate your comment.

Just keep an eye out on the hospital site that you are interested in applying for. They change all the time as you will probably find out when you check on a regular basis. Just apply for any of their positions that you might qualify for. The reason I say this, is that when you are an employee, it is easier when positions become available in your particular field of expertise. Most of the time they will hire from within before they hire non-employees, which in a sense is really pretty nice. You can as an example we'll say, become a full time rather than stay as a part time, see what I'm saying. So if you can, apply and don't get discouraged. Go in to HR and drop off a resume, this will help them to remember your name when they see your resume if you apply online. Call every so often and ask if they have any positions available in your field. Say your name and keep it fresh in their minds, so when they interview they will remember you. Good luck and thank you for your comment.

Tomika Brown in Los Angeles, California said: I can employ You and train you If you live in the los angeles area or close to it . I interested in mobile phlebotomy call me at

Hello Tomika,
My name is Sonia Bravo and I am extremely interested in seeking employment as a Phlebotomist. I am Certified but need the experience. I am a self motivated person who learns quickly. I have worked in the medical field for 15 years as an Administrator of a Residential Care facility for the Elderely and decided to take a Phlebotomy course to begin a new career, but it seems that I am lacking the experience that everyone is requesting.If you are able to help me out please let me know.

Thank You,
Sonia Bravo

I have certification but, the school where i got it from did not offer any type of internship or externship, now I'm finding it very hard to obtain or even get a chance to show what i have learned because,there arent very many opportunities where one can start out like it use to be. P L E A S E !!!! make more opportunities available for starting out phlebotomist can get their foot in the door to a new career. Please give me some ideas if you have any ! any suggestions are welcome, I'm at my whitts' end. HH EE LL PP !!!! Want an opportunitity to prove myself worthy to be called a PHELOBOTOMIST !!!!
Send suggestions or leads to -da04banks@yahoo.com

the best bet i would say is to go around to your local hostipol and clinic and ask around if any one would accpect you. alot of places like someone who will work for free. but from expernice i will tell you it is hard to land a phelbotomy job but you have to keep trying and sooner or later you will land something.

victoriaholden19@yahoo.com in Columbus, Ohio said: Please let me know where in ohio. I am very interested in using my certification, I have 3 kids to support. But, I'm only getting disappointment. I can be reached at victoriaholden19@yahoo.com. Thanks.

Hi Victoria, I was wondering if you could give me the womans name whos blog you responded to or her email address or possibly iforward this to her, by copying and pasting. I got my first break by posting right here on indeed. I a certified Phlebotomist, currently doing Paramed exams, but would love to contact the person who responded to you stating that she is always looking for Phlebotomist in Pa, and other states. my email address is jhansteen@comcast.net. Thank you much. JH

victoriaholden19@yahoo.com in Columbus, Ohio said: Please let me know where in ohio. I am very interested in using my certification, I have 3 kids to support. But, I'm only getting disappointment. I can be reached at victoriaholden19@yahoo.com. Thanks.

Hi Victoria, I was wondering if you could give me the womans name whos blog you responded to or her email address or possibly iforward this to her, by copying and pasting. I got my first break by posting right here on indeed. I a certified Phlebotomist, currently doing Paramed exams, but would love to contact the person who responded to you stating that she is always looking for Phlebotomist in Pa, and other states. my email address is jhansteen@comcast.net. Thank you much. JH

Hello my name is Teresa Agosto and I am certified Phlebotomist looking for work in the Fort Pierce, Florida. I am very dependable,honest,fast learner. If any one can help me and give me my first break we all have to start some ware. you can e-mail me at Teresama@bellsouth.net.

Gloria in Augusta, Georgia in Atlanta, Georgia said: Hi I worked at Staten Island Hospital in New York for a year and 4 months. I moved to Augusta Georgia in Feb and I have not yet found a job here. I have tried everything, I went to the Human Resources Department at the places I tried to apply for and I was told to apply online and submit my resume. I have done so, and still I have no job. So now I currently working a job that does not pay much. I'm still trying to apply for a phlebotomy position and I'm thinking of going back to school to enhance my career and maybe work in blood bank or a laboratory technician. Sometimes you have to crawl before you walk. Good luck everyone and hang in there

Hi Gloria,
My name is Joe and I am starting my Phlebotomy course at College of Staten Island. It seems everyone I talk with who is certified is having a hard time finding work. How did you land the job at Staten Island Hospital. I am hoping that the hospital picks us up after certification since they are giving the course along with CSI.
Thanks for your time and help,
Joe

Ivonne in Reston, VA said: I would like to know how to get a job right out of school when everyone expects you to have 6 months yo 2 yrs experience. DON'T YOU HAVE TO START SOMEWHERE!!!
HELLO!!!!!!!

i am having the same problem. it has been awhile since i did my clinical, and fear that i am losing my skill. noone will hire someone with no real experience!! i have even offered to volunteer!! i am presently looking into other areas of the united states for employment in this field.

Ivonne in Reston, VA said: I would like to know how to get a job right out of school when everyone expects you to have 6 months yo 2 yrs experience. DON'T YOU HAVE TO START SOMEWHERE!!!
HELLO!!!!!!!

I am right there with you. I completed and became certified as a Phlebotomy Tech. with and externship and yet doors are being shut in my face due to no experience!!!! This is ridiculous and I am now divorced with two kids to raise and no one will give me a chance.

The one thing that I would tell anyone wanting a job in Phlebotomy as soon as they get out of school is: Know your tubes and the different types of tests that can be requested by a physician or specialist. There are tests that even the most knowledgeable phlebs that have been doing this for years have never heard of, but the problem is that when you work with other phlebs that have the experience and years on, they are not always happy when you have to ask what tube do I use or how many will I need. This is just good sound advice of what I ran into when I first started in an off-site lab. If you know this ahead, it will save you being frustrated on the job.