Phlebotomists
SOC Code: 31-9097 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Phlebotomists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $51,688 | $59,134 | $66,602 | $74,048 |
| North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $45,261 | $53,331 | $61,422 | $69,493 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $46,280 | $53,456 | $60,653 | $67,829 |
| Redding, CA | $43,243 | $51,106 | $58,968 | $66,830 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $48,318 | $54,413 | $60,528 | $66,622 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $49,088 | $54,621 | $60,174 | $65,707 |
| Yuba City, CA | $43,680 | $49,670 | $55,661 | $61,651 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $46,571 | $51,542 | $56,534 | $61,506 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $44,262 | $49,858 | $55,453 | $61,048 |
| Chico, CA | $42,120 | $48,360 | $54,600 | $60,840 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Service Orientation | 3.6 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.5 | |
| Active Listening | 3.4 | |
| Speaking | 3.4 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Writing | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Coordination | 3.1 | |
| Active Learning | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.6 |
| English Language | 3.8 |
| Administrative | 3.4 |
| Education and Training | 3.4 |
| Psychology | 3.2 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.1 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 3.1 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Some college | 45.5% |
| High school diploma | 31.8% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 13.6% |
| Associate's degree | 4.5% |
| Master's degree | 4.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Collect fluid or tissue samples, using appropriate collection procedures.
- Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies.
- Dispose of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies.
- Document route of specimens from collection to laboratory analysis and diagnosis.
- Draw blood from capillaries by dermal puncture, such as heel or finger stick methods.
- Draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Explain fluid or tissue collection procedures to patients.
- Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
JavaScript MEDITECH software Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Word Donor management system software Electronic medical record EMR software Iatric Systems MobiLab Laboratory information system LIS MEDITECH Blood Bank MEDITECH Laboratory and Microbiology Medical procedure coding software Scheduling software
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