{"id":19273,"date":"2024-02-12T15:44:59","date_gmt":"2024-02-12T15:44:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phlebotomycourse.uk\/blog\/?p=19273"},"modified":"2025-09-22T14:44:05","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T14:44:05","slug":"phlebotomy-work-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/phlebotomycourse.uk\/blog\/phlebotomy-work-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Gain Phlebotomy Work Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"

As an aspiring phlebotomist, you might have had your training and received a phlebotomy certificate of competence, but how to gain phlebotomy work experience? You decide to take up a job however, you find experienced candidates get prioritised over you.<\/p>\n

Although it is not a requirement in most jobs, it\u2019s common that employers prefer to hire experienced phlebotomists. If you are also thinking of gaining some work experience as a beginner, you have just arrived at the right place!<\/p>\n

In this blog, we will explain how to gain phlebotomy work experience and where you can get your desired phlebotomist jobs.<\/p>\n

Phlebotomy Competency Training<\/h2>\n

To progress in your career as a phlebotomist, you need to undertake certain competency training that will equip you with a better understanding of phlebotomy techniques.<\/p>\n

Once you have undergone the basic training of phlebotomy<\/a>, you can enrol in the Phlebotomy Competency Training. The phlebotomy certificate of competence allows you to attend the live blood draw sessions to build confidence that requires you to work independently. As a trainee, you will practise taking blood from simulation arms, manikins and also live blood draws.<\/p>\n

The successful participants then can progress to the Phlebotomy Certificate of Competence, which allows them to work as phlebotomists. The perk of getting enrolled in the CPD Certified\u00a0 Advanced Phlebotomy Course\u00a0offered by the Phlebotomy Training Institute is, that you\u2019ll not only get the competency certificate, and competency assessment form but also a recommendation letter from your supervisor to boost your chances of getting hired at any clinic, hospital or healthcare settings.<\/p>\n

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Volunteer Program Participation<\/h2>\n

Just after you achieve your Phlebotomy Certificate of Competence, the next thing you would be doing is looking for a job. However, it might be a tough row to hoe as a beginner.<\/p>\n

That is why it is recommended that you participate in healthcare volunteer work to gain some hands-on experience. This will enrich your CV and, at the same time, broaden your opportunity to secure a phlebotomist job.<\/p>\n

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To kick start volunteering, you can try at your local hospitals, doctor\u2019s office,s or non-profit organisations. Many of the veteran\u2019s hospitals and clinics also have well-developed volunteer service programs. These programs can be a perfect way for you to obtain the experience and start your career.<\/p>\n

There are opportunities in local blood banks and blood drive organisations as well where you can volunteer. Although volunteer work is usually unpaid, the experience you gain will be extremely valuable in the future.<\/p>\n

Where to find Phlebotomy Jobs<\/h2>\n

Now that you have acquired work experience through volunteering, you can apply for phlebotomy positions. You can either go to hospitals and clinics in-person or search online. Also, if you have volunteered in healthcare centres, there might be opportunities to apply for permanent positions.<\/p>\n

While looking for jobs as a beginner, type \u201cphlebotomy jobs for beginners\u2019 in the search bar and you will find a number of jobs popping up. The following is a list of the websites where you can look for phlebotomist jobs-<\/p>\n