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Avg. salary range
$45k–$47k
across regions
Hours / Day
8
Days / Week
5
working days
About this career
Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. They may explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.
Career Level
Where you could work
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Where do we get our data?
Our career data is based on regional averages provided by the Spokane Workforce Council. Data is subject to change based on location, job specialty, experience level, and/or union association.
What you'll need
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Attention To Detail
Do you often notice things that other people miss? Are you able to complete a project with few or no mistakes?
Computer Skills
Can you easily learn to use new programs or applications? Are you able to quickly find necessary files or information? Can you fix minor computer related issues?
Planning
Do you often take notes or make lists? Do you manage you time efficiently? Are you able to prioritize important tasks?
Problem Solving
Do you enjoy solving puzzles? Are you able to easily identify the cause of a problem?
Organization
Are you able to keep clutter to a minimum? Can you keep track of lots of different information?
Education & Training
Certificate or Apprenticeship Program
Certificates and apprenticeships are available in skilled trades and career-oriented fields. Some programs offer coursework that is similar to that of associate's degree programs in the same subject, and students may be able to transfer their credits to associate's degree programs when they finish. Certificate programs usually take between one and two years to complete.
Compensation
Columbia Basin
Washington
Low
$41,900
Average
$44,700
High
$47,600
Washington minimum wage
Salary data reflects regional averages and may vary by employer, experience, and specialization.
Work Schedule
Shift cycle
5 on · 2 off per cycle
Typical shifts vary depending on agency and level of care. Some agency shifts may be 9 to 5, other agencies may require evenings and weekends and some residential agencies may require night shifts.
How does it compare?
Average Salary
$45,867
Overall Rank
184th
out of 199 careers
In Health Science
37th
out of 39 careers
Salary distribution
Rankings are based on average salary data across all careers in our database. Individual earnings may vary.
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