According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, phlebotomist job opportunities are expected to grow faster than the average occupation. This is largely because the need for clinical tests is expected to grow as the population grows.
According to the American Society for Clinical Pathology, the earning potential for a phlebotomist varies slightly depending upon the setting. In 2003, the median hourly wage for a phlebotomist in a physician’s laboratory was $10.50, while those working in a private clinic earned $10.57. A phlebotomist working in a hospital can expect to earn more, with a median hourly wage of $11.13.
