Everyone in school for phlebotomy...look into working at a plasma donating center. You just need your high school diploma and it gives you awesome practice on sticking people. I’ve been working at one for a year now with NO prior experience and it’s amazing how well I’ve gotten.
Tiffany Brown do you have any tips on getting an interview or what to put on your resume? I graduated high school w a phlebotomy certification and am currently a sophomore in college majoring in nursing i think it will give me a leg up when I apply to nursing school!!
Mia You should definitely be looking for PRN positions! Some hospitals only put senior employees as PRN but most places are fine with no experience outside of school. If you live in California or Louisiana, look into applying for you license, it’s a big step up and many hospitals require it in those states. As far as your resume, what helped me the most in getting a job was having experience in customer service. I interviewed about 6 times right after I got my license, but because I was in school and had limited availability, I wasn’t very marketable. Now that my availability is completely open, I’ve gotten offers every time I interviewed. Hospitals typically have 2 interviews- the first with management and the second is a peer interview. There are some great resources online to help you learn what to expect in peer interviews- passing these is essential to scoring a job.
Could you please do a video on how to land a job as a phlebotomist in a hospital when you’re fresh out of school (currently doing prerequisites for nursing) & no experience
@@valentiinaquiintaniila5563 My instructor had us draw for the first hour of class. We had to have 2 draws. A lot of people would just do 1 but I tried to do my two as fast as possible because then students including myself would not want to get stuck more than once. This lasted for my entire course up to the final. My program was only 8 weeks, but we only went to class on Saturday, so more like an 8 day program spread out to once a week for 8 weeks ;).
Just found your channel! I've been a phlebotomist at a patient service center lab for almost a year and a half now, and just trying to figure out where I want to go from here. It's nice to see other phlebotomists on TH-cam for what their days are like, and it lets other people know all of the work we do and how important it is. I honestly don't think we get enough credit! Haha, so thank you for the videos! New subscriber for sure, best of luck to you in school!! I've been thinking of doing videos too because a lot of patients ask me how what phlebotomy is like and how to get into it, and I'm sad there are not more recent videos on TH-cam. Anyway, yes good luck to you on everything!! Rooting for ya! 😊❤
Loving your vlogs girl! Please make more !I’m actually a veterinary nurse but happened to stumble across your vids and I think human phlebotomy and the medical field in general is so interesting :)
I got my CNA license first .... I don't regret it I learned a lot of life lessons while working in this field BUT the pay is low and you are treated like the "Help" most of the time. cleaning up poop and other body fluids are included. 😐
I have been thinking about a phlebotomy training for a while now, and I finally decided to go for it, so I’ll be doing that while I take my pre med courses. I found one of your videos and it made me more excited to start my training already 😊 I just followed you on Instagram. It’s nice to find people on a similar path. All I see is people already in med school or doctors already 😩 so it’s nice to see premeds recording their journey.
I wish I could look as pretty as you at 5:18 in the morning 😍HA . I’m loving your cohesive, fresh take on what to typically expect on a weekend as a working student. I just passed my NCLEX-RN exam. Nika u r my confident lead ❤️
I liked watching this. I’m currently taking my course online. I’m almost done and already got a casual position lined up at my local hospital. So excited
I'm starting for my ASCP training soon, I keep hearing people say NHA is better but my school only offers ASCP I hope I can get a job even with that being my only experience.
That's crazy for a clinic to close at 12 and someone has the nerve to walk in 1 min before i would say sorry you have to reschedule you can't get here 1 min before closing
Thats great! I’m in Pittsburgh too and can’t decide if I should go to the Phlebotomy Training Center or CCAC (community College in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, not sure if your from Pittsburgh to know that) but yea I can’t decided . If you did your training here in Pittsburgh where did you go ??
Hello thanks for the video!!! I took phlebotomy & am thinking about taking it again. I never worked in the field. I also have a degree in administration. At the risk of sounding like a total bitch it's a pet peeve of mine when people say "Can I GET." Not "May I have." I heard some radio show where people said that grammar doesn't matter anymore. As someone who worked in administration for two decades, grammar certainly does matter. It's about putting your best foot forward.
Just finished my first Phlebotomy training class today & during class I almost passed out 3 times hahah yay😆 I’m feeling better tho especially after seeing your videos
I am phlebotomist with 2 years of experience at a plasma center and I’ve been looking for another phlebotomist job for months and months now. If anyone knows anyone hiring in Texas or has any advice on how I can get more offers please help!
On a typical day probably about 15-20 for morning collections, and then 15ish for the rest of the day at the outpatient site! In the ER though I used to see 40-60 a day!
Hi! I hope you respond back! Hopefully😂 I’m Almost finished with my phlebotomy course but I have a question regarding working in facility. Will I have to know every additive and tube color meaning or will that be automated for me? I know my order of draw and but I’m scared that I’ll be told “ draw patient for CBC” or “draw patient to check copper levels” and I’ll be flustered trying to figure out which tube to use! Is that how it works in a facility??
Hi I’m a police forensic phlebotomists I hope one day to make it into a hospital but it’s kinda hard unless you know someone or have tons of experience
@@priscillas9677 Phlebotomy school is fairly inexpensive and usually only takes a couple months of school plus passing the exam plus a 1 to 2 week externship somewhere and you can use it to get into a lot of fields you can work in a hospital a lab and insurance companies I just happen to have a weird job where I work with the police department which I really like it’s exciting but the pay isn’t that great
Alex Guzman No you don’t have to travel. You can work at places like clinics or hospitals and be stationary. It’s just that phlebotomists are in pretty high demand so you’ll find some phlebs that work at two different places or pick up random shifts just to make more money. But wherever you apply, it will let you know if traveling is required in the job description.
The yellow stuff is plasma. They use it for burn patient and such. Yes they throw away the blood because they don't need it and others can't use it since there's no plasma in it.
Exactly! And I only throw out the red blood cells for that test because it's only testing the serum so we don't need the blood cells for anything! And most chemistry tests and what not on your blood only use that yellow part!
I don't want to share my actual salary, however from being in the field for a couple years I have seen the hourly rates range from $13-$20, depending on where you work and your experience. I would really suggest you do a quick google search of the average pay in your area though for a better estimate!
Is the pay good for a college student? I’m thinking about becoming a phlebotomist during college to get experience in healthcare and to also maybe get an apartment with a roommate.
depends on your definition of good pay! I won't ever share my pay on here but feel free to google search the salaries in your area and they're pretty accurate
How did you land your job as a phlebotomist? I have a masters degree, am licensed and have four years of experience but I'm still searching, applying, hoping lol!
Tina Daoud I believe she took a 4 week class and then got the job... your comment scares me! A masters degree? Maybe if it’s something totally not health related, then it’s not as helpful. Good luck to you in your search! Try to make any experience you have worded in a way that sounds like the job posts :)
The best estimate would be to google search a phlebotomist's salary in your area! I started out about half way in between this range, but you could make more depending on the type of place you work!
Can you do a video about how you got started with this? Is it a college degree or a certification in order to be a phlebotomist? I find it really interesting and would love to know.
Avigail Aguirre no it’s usually just a 8 week program or some places do 3/5 week programs, and you learn everything you need in that time..and after that you might have an externship then you can start looking for a job!
READ ME!!!!!!! Look imma need consistent uploads cuz we on the same page rn. I wanna be a phlebotomist in hopes to become a anesthesiologist. I wanna see lifestyle so I can know what to expect. I wanna follow ur journey as my inspiration 😊👍
Awhh that made my day!! I will absolutely be uploading more content! This weeks vlog will hopefully be going up tonight but then i'm really going to try to hold myself to a Tuesday posting schedule!
depending on where you work! In the hospital, I had to stick to a specific color (but I could get whatever scrubs I wanted in that color). If you work in outpatient settings (doctors offices, etc.) you are usually allowed to wear whatever color/pattern you want!
@@nikazharichenko sweet noted. It's gonna be a few yrs I have a baby coming soon and then ya I'll probably get to school in Montana it's actually affordable
Omg..your too cool. I want your job!! But Im not good at phlebotomy 😞 I can successfully draw on most patients but some I cant for the life of me find a vein ...i have to ask my boss who then rolls her eyes at me then she almost always finds the vein making me look and feel so so stupid. Help!!! Know anyway i can turn into that lady??
I switched because my work schedule was all over the place and I wanted some more consistency. This new job also have me working every 3rd weekend instead of every other weekend
Lol I cringed !!! You guys don’t use a splash guard when aliquoting?? oMG!!! I think ima start a channel I’m a phlebotomist tooooo!!!! I enjoyed this!!! Subscribe!!!! Hehehe
on weekends yes because the workload only requires one person..on weekdays its more hectic so usually theres 2-4 depending on the size of the outpatient site
Everyone in school for phlebotomy...look into working at a plasma donating center. You just need your high school diploma and it gives you awesome practice on sticking people. I’ve been working at one for a year now with NO prior experience and it’s amazing how well I’ve gotten.
Tiffany Brown do you have any tips on getting an interview or what to put on your resume? I graduated high school w a phlebotomy certification and am currently a sophomore in college majoring in nursing i think it will give me a leg up when I apply to nursing school!!
Tiffany Brown ^^^^
Mia You should definitely be looking for PRN positions! Some hospitals only put senior employees as PRN but most places are fine with no experience outside of school. If you live in California or Louisiana, look into applying for you license, it’s a big step up and many hospitals require it in those states.
As far as your resume, what helped me the most in getting a job was having experience in customer service. I interviewed about 6 times right after I got my license, but because I was in school and had limited availability, I wasn’t very marketable. Now that my availability is completely open, I’ve gotten offers every time I interviewed.
Hospitals typically have 2 interviews- the first with management and the second is a peer interview. There are some great resources online to help you learn what to expect in peer interviews- passing these is essential to scoring a job.
Do they give you a little training at the plasma donating center before starting to work?
Like red cross???
Also can you make a pros and cons video about being a phlebotomist?
Could you please do a video on how to land a job as a phlebotomist in a hospital when you’re fresh out of school (currently doing prerequisites for nursing) & no experience
This is what I’m trying to become, a phlebotomist 💉I’m going to start classes next month (August 19) wish me luck
Ivaniel Martinez good luck! 💓 I’m in the middle of the phlebotomy course now, it was a bit much at first but it’s going great now! You can do it.
Ivaniel Martinez good luck, hope everything works out great!😃
Yay!! Best of luck!!
You will love it. I finished mid May. Now just waiting to do my internship
Ivaniel Martinez good luck hun, you will do amazing.
I just finished my phelebtomy class I got my certification only thing I’m doing now is waiting on a job I can’t wait to start working
Keeping Up With Morgan do students have to practice on you ?
valentiina quiintaniila When i was at my phlebotomy program, we all practiced on each other
Dreamland how many times ? Or for how long
@@valentiinaquiintaniila5563 My instructor had us draw for the first hour of class. We had to have 2 draws. A lot of people would just do 1 but I tried to do my two as fast as possible because then students including myself would not want to get stuck more than once. This lasted for my entire course up to the final. My program was only 8 weeks, but we only went to class on Saturday, so more like an 8 day program spread out to once a week for 8 weeks ;).
was the class hard??
Just found your channel! I've been a phlebotomist at a patient service center lab for almost a year and a half now, and just trying to figure out where I want to go from here. It's nice to see other phlebotomists on TH-cam for what their days are like, and it lets other people know all of the work we do and how important it is. I honestly don't think we get enough credit! Haha, so thank you for the videos! New subscriber for sure, best of luck to you in school!! I've been thinking of doing videos too because a lot of patients ask me how what phlebotomy is like and how to get into it, and I'm sad there are not more recent videos on TH-cam. Anyway, yes good luck to you on everything!! Rooting for ya! 😊❤
Starting phlebotomy classes sept 23 2019 excited but also nervous! Wish me luck! Trying to improve my life😁
BIGPENIS BIGCAPS has to fall for for my summer and a few weeks now this semester will work on
You will go far in life. Thank you for all your support and you amazing videos.
I graduated Phlebotomist Technician in August & just landed a job at the hospital
janet leigh how is is going
janet leigh Congratulations! I hope your job is going smoothly! Any updates?
was the class hard?
Congratulations, how did you get the job?with no experience is it easy to find one ?
Loving your vlogs girl! Please make more !I’m actually a veterinary nurse but happened to stumble across your vids and I think human phlebotomy and the medical field in general is so interesting :)
Awh thank you so much!! I definitely want to keep making more!!
This the only person on TH-cam to convince me to become a phlebotomist than a cna love her 😊😊
Well your options are clean up poop and basically be a nurses b*tch, or draw blood... I think the choice is clear. 😂
I got my CNA license first .... I don't regret it I learned a lot of life lessons while working in this field BUT the pay is low and you are treated like the "Help" most of the time. cleaning up poop and other body fluids are included. 😐
I plan on starting classes in January. You just made me a happy woman!
how’s it going?? is it hard?
Last time I had a Starbucks I got terrible chest pains, never again. Great video BTW
I have been thinking about a phlebotomy training for a while now, and I finally decided to go for it, so I’ll be doing that while I take my pre med courses. I found one of your videos and it made me more excited to start my training already 😊 I just followed you on Instagram. It’s nice to find people on a similar path. All I see is people already in med school or doctors already 😩 so it’s nice to see premeds recording their journey.
Happy_Healthy_Jenny SAMEEE
I wish I could look as pretty as you at 5:18 in the morning 😍HA . I’m loving your cohesive, fresh take on what to typically expect on a weekend as a working student. I just passed my NCLEX-RN exam. Nika u r my confident lead ❤️
You were right the first time! The ammonia was on plasma 🙂 Love the video!
I liked watching this. I’m currently taking my course online. I’m almost done and already got a casual position lined up at my local hospital. So excited
Megan Teagle there’s online courses for phlebotomy?
Chelsey Lyons I’m in British Columbia, Canada so it might only be here. But yes the whole course in online and then an 8 week, in hospital practicum!
hi! was the online class for phlebotomy hard??
I'm starting for my ASCP training soon, I keep hearing people say NHA is better but my school only offers ASCP I hope I can get a job even with that being my only experience.
Can you do another day in the life of a phlebotomist!!! Or also how u became one & the main tasks u do as one
That's crazy for a clinic to close at 12 and someone has the nerve to walk in 1 min before i would say sorry you have to reschedule you can't get here 1 min before closing
I’m a phlebotomist, i live in Pittsburgh and work for quest diagnostics
Katie Hupp I applied to a job at Quest Diagnostics in Florida. Is the company a pretty good place to work?
Katie Glover I have been with quest for a little over a year now and I love the company. Lots of perks for working for them also.
Katie Hupp how much do they pay? I’m looking into them
Thats great! I’m in Pittsburgh too and can’t decide if I should go to the Phlebotomy Training Center or CCAC (community College in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, not sure if your from Pittsburgh to know that) but yea I can’t decided . If you did your training here in Pittsburgh where did you go ??
Maya Sheffield yes I’m from Washington pa, right outside of Pittsburgh. I went to wactc it was a 12 week $800 program. Definitely worth it
I would love to see more vlogs! I’m a nursing student and would love to see more 😁 great videos!
Hello thanks for the video!!! I took phlebotomy & am thinking about taking it again. I never worked in the field. I also have a degree in administration. At the risk of sounding like a total bitch it's a pet peeve of mine when people say "Can I GET." Not "May I have." I heard some radio show where people said that grammar doesn't matter anymore. As someone who worked in administration for two decades, grammar certainly does matter. It's about putting your best foot forward.
Really enjoyed your video ! I just started class to become a phlebotomist 😊
how’s it going?? is it hard?
Just finished my first Phlebotomy training class today & during class I almost passed out 3 times hahah yay😆
I’m feeling better tho especially after seeing your videos
I am phlebotomist with 2 years of experience at a plasma center and I’ve been looking for another phlebotomist job for months and months now. If anyone knows anyone hiring in Texas or has any advice on how I can get more offers please help!
I love your phlebotomy videos, thank you for sharing!!❤️😄 How many patients is the most you get in a day?💉💉
On a typical day probably about 15-20 for morning collections, and then 15ish for the rest of the day at the outpatient site! In the ER though I used to see 40-60 a day!
Hi! I hope you respond back! Hopefully😂
I’m Almost finished with my phlebotomy course but I have a question regarding working in facility. Will I have to know every additive and tube color meaning or will that be automated for me?
I know my order of draw and but I’m scared that I’ll be told “ draw patient for CBC” or “draw patient to check copper levels” and I’ll be flustered trying to figure out which tube to use!
Is that how it works in a facility??
HI HOPE YOU RESPOND BACK HOPEFULLY
I'M ALMOST FINISHED WITH MY
That's my problem, not remembering which is which
@@edball4906 it may or may not depend on your facility. The one I work at does indicate which tube to draw for which test on the labels.
Obviously she doesn’t respond to people. She must think she’s a celeb. Not just a random no name blogger…
Hey girl! I go to my extern in two months for phlebotomy, my question is what should I expect?!
I'm going to school for lab assisting! (In Canada pretty much the same as a phlebotomist)
Nika what made you want to be a phlebotomist? Btw love your videos. Makes me consider going into phlebotomy before doing pre-med 😊
How do you start the process for med school? Do you complete your prerequisites first and then apply to a med school?
yes exactly! you have to go through undergrad first, get your bachelors degree, take the MCAT, and take your prereq courses then you can apply!
This my regular at Starbucks now! Thanks girl 💜
When you draw blood and you centrifuged you separate the plasma or serum from all draws or is only that doctora order say?
i love this vlog. ! 💗💗
Hi Nika, do you know if a phlebotomist can become an IV therapist? Have you heard of any good schools in Houston, TX?
I’m currently in school now for Phlebotomy and me trying to find the vein is so hard 😩 I want to know when is it okay to stick the vein
how’s it going?? is it hard?
Wait until the vein is plump. Don’t rush. I infuse my son every week but he has excellent veins.
Would you recommend if I just wanted to be a phlebotomist, would that be a good job?
I loved this! I set my notifications on to see all your vids.
Thankyou for the video on Work Weekend in My Life phlebotomy, life update, and more!-Alexis Kironde
I start classes for phlebotomy on March 24 🤩
how’s it going? is it hard??
Vayessa Torres lol do people even reply to you? I have seen that you have been commenting.
Hi I’m a police forensic phlebotomists I hope one day to make it into a hospital but it’s kinda hard unless you know someone or have tons of experience
Kelly CrossFit how is it?? I want to study phlebotomy just to get into that field. Do they require lots of experience?
@@priscillas9677 Phlebotomy school is fairly inexpensive and usually only takes a couple months of school plus passing the exam plus a 1 to 2 week externship somewhere and you can use it to get into a lot of fields you can work in a hospital a lab and insurance companies I just happen to have a weird job where I work with the police department which I really like it’s exciting but the pay isn’t that great
If someone wanted to stay as a phlebotomist for a career, would you say that is a good career? Or should I move forward to MLT?
Love watching your vids! So helpful 💉❤👌
I start classes next week!!!!
How can you get the license as phlebotomist after finish school or is just the certificate they give at the end of course
Great video💜💜💜
Do all phlebotomists have to travel from place to place? I want to be a phlebotomist but in a set location without having to travel.
Alex Guzman No you don’t have to travel. You can work at places like clinics or hospitals and be stationary. It’s just that phlebotomists are in pretty high demand so you’ll find some phlebs that work at two different places or pick up random shifts just to make more money. But wherever you apply, it will let you know if traveling is required in the job description.
What was the name of the school you attended for your phlebotomy
cool .. quick question when people donate their blood the centers only what the yellow part you showed us and throw away the blood or keep it
The yellow stuff is plasma. They use it for burn patient and such. Yes they throw away the blood because they don't need it and others can't use it since there's no plasma in it.
Exactly! And I only throw out the red blood cells for that test because it's only testing the serum so we don't need the blood cells for anything! And most chemistry tests and what not on your blood only use that yellow part!
We don’t throw blood away...we keep the plasma and return the concentrated red blood cells back to the donor intravenously
@@nikazharichenko the green top is plasma not serum...it has to clot first in order to be serum
5:59am? Wow
How much do you get paid as a phlebotomist? Sorry if it’s a personal question but I’m going into it and would like to know!
I don't want to share my actual salary, however from being in the field for a couple years I have seen the hourly rates range from $13-$20, depending on where you work and your experience. I would really suggest you do a quick google search of the average pay in your area though for a better estimate!
$16
@@apdroidgeek1737 wow...that's low
Is the pay good for a college student? I’m thinking about becoming a phlebotomist during college to get experience in healthcare and to also maybe get an apartment with a roommate.
depends on your definition of good pay! I won't ever share my pay on here but feel free to google search the salaries in your area and they're pretty accurate
How did you land your job as a phlebotomist?
I have a masters degree, am licensed and have four years of experience but I'm still searching, applying, hoping lol!
A masters degree in what?
Tina Daoud I believe she took a 4 week class and then got the job... your comment scares me! A masters degree? Maybe if it’s something totally not health related, then it’s not as helpful. Good luck to you in your search! Try to make any experience you have worded in a way that sounds like the job posts :)
A masters degree..? Arent you a little over qualified for this job
I don’t mean this as rude, but I was just wondering how much you made as a phlebotomist? I’m considering the field but I’m not sure if it’s worth it?
The best estimate would be to google search a phlebotomist's salary in your area! I started out about half way in between this range, but you could make more depending on the type of place you work!
I'm looking into becoming a phlebotomist and I also do keto!
Wow John Hopkins! 👀👏🏼
Can you do a video about how you got started with this? Is it a college degree or a certification in order to be a phlebotomist? I find it really interesting and would love to know.
Kelly Ann it’s a course you have to take, it could be anywhere from 3 to 6 months. And then you have to take an exam to become licensed.
American Red Cross has phlebotomy courses u can take but really do your research bc you can find a good program for a cheaper price lol
Im starting Monday
how’s it going?? is it hard?
Did you have to take general Ed classes, such as English, math and science to become a phlebotomists
Avigail Aguirre no it’s usually just a 8 week program or some places do 3/5 week programs, and you learn everything you need in that time..and after that you might have an externship then you can start looking for a job!
Do students practice on you withdrawing blood ?
What state is this in?
READ ME!!!!!!!
Look imma need consistent uploads cuz we on the same page rn. I wanna be a phlebotomist in hopes to become a anesthesiologist. I wanna see lifestyle so I can know what to expect. I wanna follow ur journey as my inspiration 😊👍
Awhh that made my day!! I will absolutely be uploading more content! This weeks vlog will hopefully be going up tonight but then i'm really going to try to hold myself to a Tuesday posting schedule!
Can u buy cute scrubs and wear
depending on where you work! In the hospital, I had to stick to a specific color (but I could get whatever scrubs I wanted in that color). If you work in outpatient settings (doctors offices, etc.) you are usually allowed to wear whatever color/pattern you want!
@@nikazharichenko sweet noted. It's gonna be a few yrs I have a baby coming soon and then ya I'll probably get to school in Montana it's actually affordable
do you work long hours?
It's unfair lol Here in Québec, only a nurse can do this !!! 😫
Hi all, I am from India and completed my diploma course in laboratory can I get a job there...
Do you always eat healthy?? Your very beautiful!
Omg..your too cool. I want your job!! But Im not good at phlebotomy 😞 I can successfully draw on most patients but some I cant for the life of me find a vein ...i have to ask my boss who then rolls her eyes at me then she almost always finds the vein making me look and feel so so stupid. Help!!! Know anyway i can turn into that lady??
Can I ask what your pay is
Why did you switch jobs?
I switched because my work schedule was all over the place and I wanted some more consistency. This new job also have me working every 3rd weekend instead of every other weekend
Lol I cringed !!! You guys don’t use a splash guard when aliquoting?? oMG!!! I think ima start a channel I’m a phlebotomist tooooo!!!! I enjoyed this!!! Subscribe!!!! Hehehe
Make more videos !!(:
I am definitely planning on it :)
Is the money pretty good 😊?
hyy i am from nepal
i want to join my bmlt class
on germany would you help me ..
i am lab technican from nepal
You work alone??
on weekends yes because the workload only requires one person..on weekdays its more hectic so usually theres 2-4 depending on the size of the outpatient site
@@nikazharichenko perfect job for introverts like me🤣😍.
Malak kh 😃😹😂😂😂😂😂I was thinking the same. I hate people
Is there any math involved in being a phlebotomy? Asking for a friend who's is horrible at math 🤣
Lol no there is zero math !
❤❤❤❤💘💘
Your hair should be tied up
Exactly
Hi...
Are you a phlebotomist
sorry, don't think anyone interest in your diet !!!!! Good luck
Keto is why she can do so much and has so much energy.
I found it interesting because I'm looking into becoming a phlebotomist and I've been doing keto for years too.
Hi all, I am from India and completed my diploma course in laboratory can I get a job there...