Phlebotomy Technician

The Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician is a healthcare worker who is responsible for performing venipuncture on patients in a medical environment such as a hospital, lab, or doctor’s office. A Phlebotomist assists other medical workers by focusing entirely on the collection of blood, tissue, and fluid samples. The duties of a Phlebotomist can be divided into four general functions: preparing and maintaining necessary equipment and supplies; performing venipuncture, arterial puncture, capillary puncture, and other fluid collection procedures on patients and ensuring that specimens are appropriately labeled and identified; assisting the patient before, during, and after collection of the specimen; and maintaining patient confidentiality, keeping necessary records and documenting results. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will sit for the National Healthcareer Association phlebotomy certification exam. 

Average Salary in Texas $30,912

 Average salary in Killeen area $29,373

Program Cost $1,700