Looking for advice! I became a certified phlebotomist in February but every job wants 1–2 years of experience. I’ve applied to LifeSouth, Quest, Red Cross, hospitals, and even jobs 1.5 hours away with no luck. How is anyone supposed to gain experience if no one will hire them? I’ve even gone back to school for my EKG and CCMA certifications. Any advice on getting that first opportunity would mean a lot!

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I would take a job part time in a lesser position to get your foot in the door and when someone leaves apply for the position again. You now are already hired and have made some friends ( it’s not what you know many times but who you know ) 😊

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Thank you I have been thinking about front desk reception to just show them who I am and what I am capable of. I am extremely well polish and classy and can handle almost any type of environment.

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I'm not sure where you live, and it's not exactly phlebotomy, but Patient Care Technicians at dialysis clinics do cannulate patients, operate the dialysis machines, monitor the water system, etc. We have both those who were phlebotomists and now work in dialysis, and those who were techs who are now in the phlebotomy field. You might see if there is a dialysis clinic in your area hiring PCTs - it might be a field you enjoy (and many PCTs go on to become RNs, and there is often tuition reimbursement for that] or you can at least get two years of related experience! Best wishes on your career path!

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I think you should also look for work as a CCMA and gain phlebotomy work that way. After a year or so you can start applying as a phlebotomist

I would try a blood or plasma center.

Try an FQHC (federally qualified health center) in your area if there are any. They are new grad friendly community health centers that typically hire brand new grads. The pay is slightly lower but, just roll with the tide and get some experience so you can take your career to further heights. Good luck!

Also, try agencies. They prolly not offering benefits but, just get the experience you need to thrive elsewhere. Just do not give up! Good luck, again!

Some hospitals like to hire phlebotomists to work in the in house lab. You could also look to volunteer with whomever runs blood drives in your area.

My last job as an RN was for Ascension Seton and out patient care technicians did almost all of our blood draws every morning. If you can handle all the ick that goes with nursing and be a team player, you could be a genuine Rockstar if you are any good at blood draws.

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