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Phlebotomists in The United States

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Phlebotomists -- Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)31-9097-00
Career InterestsCRI
Minimum education required(Postsecondary)
Postsecondary nondegree award
Minimum work experience required(None)
None
Job training required(None)
None
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)2.3 (high growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)128,300
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)157,800
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)18,100
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$26,000
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$36,480
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$49,750
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