Overview
Phlebotomists collect blood and other specimens using safe technique and proper labeling to ensure specimen integrity and patient safety.
Clinical Duties
They verify patient identity, perform venipuncture or capillary collection, follow infection control and handle specimens for transport to the laboratory.
Quality and Safety
Phlebotomists maintain chain of custody, adhere to specimen rejection criteria and document collection details to support accurate testing and result interpretation.
Training and Certification
Training ranges from on the job programs to accredited phlebotomy courses and certification where required; continuing competency focuses on technique and safety.