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Phlebotomists in Massachusetts

Phlebotomists draw blood from patients for medical tests, transfusions, donations, or research purposes. They work primarily in hospitals, clinics, blood banks, and diagnostic laboratories, where they follow strict procedures to collect samples safely and explain the process to patients. In Massachusetts the median pay is $50,170 a year, 11% above the national median of $45,230.

$50,170median pay in Massachusetts, per year
$47,260–$57,960middle half earn
2,580employed in Massachusetts
$45,230U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Massachusetts

994open roles like this on employer career sites, 24 in Massachusetts or remote
11employers hiring
737posted in the last 7 days
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What it takes

Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience).

Skills that matter most

Service OrientationSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessActive ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionMonitoringCoordination

Knowledge areas

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O*NET-SOC 31-9097.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Massachusetts, annual.