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Phlebotomists
Role Overview
Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| California | $55,460 |
| New York | $49,080 |
| Massachusetts | $48,270 |
| Washington | $47,700 |
| Rhode Island | $47,650 |
| Oregon | $47,510 |
| District of Columbia | $47,110 |
| Maryland | $47,100 |
| Colorado | $47,020 |
| New Jersey | $46,840 |
| North Dakota | $46,720 |
| New Hampshire | $46,460 |
| Delaware | $46,340 |
| Connecticut | $46,260 |
| Alaska | $46,110 |
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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.
Median Annual Salary
$43,660
Projected Growth (10yr)
+5.6%
Avg. annual openings
18.4k
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