Phlebotomist / Lab Technician

Phlebotomist / Lab Technician

Sr. Lab Guy

20 Years Experience

San Bernardino, CA

Male, 52

For 6 years I was a Laboratory Technician in the Air Force Reserves, working all aspects of the laboratory as well as accomplishing "blood draws" (phlebotomy) in every imaginable setting (inpatient and outpatient).  I have also worked in the private sector for hospitals, doctor offices, and clinical lab sites.  This was my primary field for 20 total years (which began with the Air Force training).  I've been in a new career for ten years, though I recall virtually all of my lab science.

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Last Answer on November 02, 2018

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How do you deal with patients who are on the autism spectrum and have skin sensitivity issues? Their skin is sensitive and certain clothing is painful on their skin. How do they handle a needle in their arm?

Asked by Brian about 5 years ago

 

I had a blood draw yesterday and am now experiencing pain, tingling, and/or burning in my arm. Is that from hitting a nerve? Is it possible that it won't heal or that it will worsen? What should I do?

Asked by Melissa over 4 years ago

 

When getting my blood drawn, with the needle in, my blood was leaking a little on the side and when they pulled the needle out it made a psss sound, like air releasing, could there be air in my blood now?

Asked by Heather French over 3 years ago

 

Hi I have two questions for you.

1. Is it normal for bloods to be abnormal at one hospital and then normal again when sent off to another hospital?
Could this be a sign that they are contaminated after initial tests?

Asked by Peter Black over 3 years ago

 

I am considering becoming a Phlebotomist, but I need something that is more of a desk job. Do Phlebotomists sit down to draw blood or stand up?

Asked by Amber over 3 years ago

 

Can a o negative and o positive have a b type baby

Asked by Jack almost 5 years ago