Phlebotomists have the pulse on most blood-related tasks performed in a hospital. Phlebotomists prepare lab equipment and draw blood for laboratory testing. Their job includes a range of roles, from comforting a patient nervous about needles to preparing stains for blood analysis - all in one day.
| Job Title | Average Wage | Education |
| Phlebotomist | $10-15 per hour | On-the-job training |
| Clinical Lab Technician | $15-20 per hour | Associate degree |
| Clinical Lab Technologist | $25-30 per hour | Bachelor degree |
- Vist California Community Colleges Health Occupations. (This link may not work in the Netscape browser, the site is best viewed using Internet Explorer.)
- National Phlebotomy Association
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