Phlebotomy Technician

Who we are:

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Phlebotomy technicians are key team members in hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, and blood donor facilities. Phlebotomy technicians are healthcare specialists that collect patient specimens. They may execute a variety of tasks like venipuncture, micro-collection, and specimen processing and handling while ensuring the safety and confidentiality of the patient. Phlebotomy is performed primarily for diagnosis and monitoring treatment of patients’ diseases and conditions. To be successful in Phlebotomy requires a combination of highly skilled technique, knowledge of the current healthcare environment, and a sympathetic approach to patients of all ages and of various medical conditions. 

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What we do:

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• Drawing blood from patients and blood donors

• Evaluating patients' ability to withstand the procedure and helping them feel comfortable

• Explaining blood-drawing procedure to patients and answering questions

• Performing basic point-of-care testing, such as reading blood glucose levels

• Preparing blood, urine, and other specimens for testing

• Maintaining medical equipment such as needles, test tubes and blood vials

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