A phlebotomist is an essential part of any healthcare team. They collect blood samples for testing, work for blood donation centers, or contract with private practices/labs.
In this profession, you’ll need to put your patients at ease, explain the process to them, and take their blood with as little pain as possible. To get phlebotomy jobs, you’ll need to be detail-oriented, patient, friendly, and comfortable around blood and needs.
Does that sound like a good fit? If it sounds like something you’d like to do, we have good news! You can go from zero to certified and working phlebotomist in as little as 4 weeks!
Learn about the demand for phlebotomist jobs in North Carolina, the training process, and North Carolina phlebotomy job opportunities, below.
How Much Do Phlebotomists Make?
Let’s be honest: most people won’t consider a career without knowing the salary, even if they’re passionate about it.
At the time of this writing, the minimum wage in North Carolina is $7.25 an hour. As a certified and trained phlebotomist, you can make more than double that per hour, just starting.
According to the BLS, the average base salary for North Carolina Phlebotomists is $17 an hour. You can make up to $20 an hour in some settings, or more in different states.
The average yearly salary in North Carolina is between $35,000 and $40,000 a year.
What’s the Demand for Phlebotomy Jobs in North Carolina?
The field is expected to grow 22% in the next ten years, which the National Bureau of Labor Statistics defines as “much faster than average”.
North Carolina currently has more phlebotomists than neighboring states, but not enough to keep up with the growing demand. It’s a great time to get into the field!
Cost of Education
Now that you have an idea of what you could make as a phlebotomist in North Carolina, let’s go over licensing and training costs.
Phlebotomy Career Training’s online phlebotomy classes range from $500 to $950, depending on what level or specialization of courses you take.
These courses include all class materials, a voucher for your certification exam, and access to a live instructor.
Phlebotomy is a great way to enter into healthcare without having to spend years in school.
You can work through your phlebotomy course in as little as 4 weeks including an externship, but have 6 months to complete the course if you chose to take longer. Then you can start looking for phlebotomist jobs and make real money!
North Carolina Phlebotomy Job Opportunities
Ok, with all that information out of the way, here’s what you need to know about getting phlebotomist jobs in North Carolina.
According to the National Phlebotomy Certification Examination site (NPCE), North Carolina doesn’t legally require phlebotomists to be certified. However, most employers won’t hire you without certification, so it’s still worth taking the test.
In a state where certifications aren’t required, those with them can make more than those without.
Top Hospitals in North Carolina
Hospitals and their labs are some of the top employers of phlebotomists anywhere in the nation. If you’re looking for hospital phlebotomy jobs in North Carolina, here are some of the biggest hospitals.
Atrium Health’s Carolina Medical Center
Located in Charlotte, this hospital has over 7,000 employees on staff. The hospital also made US News’ list of the best hospitals in North Carolina, in their number three spot.
They have 900+ licensed beds and, like any healthcare center these days, are constantly hiring.
Duke University Hospital
This hospital regularly tops “best hospital” lists, both in North Carolina and in the general area. It’s located in Durham, NC, and has around as many beds as Atrium Health. They have over 9,000 employees, given that it’s a teaching hospital.
*Some people feel it’s harder to get hired at University hospitals if you’re not affiliated, but with current employment needs, this shouldn’t be an issue.
UNC Medical Center
If you live in Chapel Hill, you have access to another huge institution, the UNC medical center. It has similar stats as the two above, but slightly fewer employees than Duke Hospital.
Vidant Medical Center
Located in the Eastern part of the state, this Greenville institution has over 9,000 employees. They specialize in Cardiac treatment, making it a great place for our Cardio-Phlebotomy graduates.
Private Practice Career Paths
If you don’t want to work at a huge hospital, you can contact local private practices to find out what labs they use in the area. Larger practices may have labs on-site you can apply to, but many send patients off-site for bloodwork.
Private practices may offer better pay, but there are pros and cons to working with smaller businesses. Just like there are pros and cons to working in a large hospital!
Many phlebotomists try out both settings in their careers before they settle their forever job. It’s important to work in a place that’s the right fit!
Career Opportunities for Phlebotomists in North Carolina
As you can see above, there is a high demand for phlebotomy jobs in North Carolina. If you put in the effort, you could have a new career in just a few months!
Our program teachers also advise on finding North Carolina phlebotomy job opportunities and will help you any way they can, once you’re in the program. Additionally, we have our own job board that we populate to help our graduates find jobs, once they’ve completed their classes.
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