How do they match: 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.

  • Administer subcutaneous or intramuscular injects, in accordance with licensing restrictions.
  • Perform saline flushes or dispense anticoagulant drugs, such as Heparin, through intravenous (IV) lines, in accordance with licensing restrictions and under the direction of a medical doctor.
  • Provide sample analysis results to physicians to assist diagnosis.