The popularity of Phlebotomy as a career is credited to the fact that it requires no extensive and intense education and training programs. An individual pursuing Phlebotomy can complete his/her specialization in a year or less.  There are various medical institutions, which have career opportunities in Phlebotomy. However, individuals are encouraged to do their research before choosing a career plan for themselves.  Below is a list of places you will most likely work at as a phlebotomist.

• A phlebotomist in a hospital. This is the most obvious workplace for you. Here, your tasks are divided into two primary categories. First, you can make rounds and follow doctor’s orders. You have to coordinate with nurses assigned in the wards. Second, you can render services in the out-patient department. You can perform procedures both for walk-in patients and for those who have set appointments. Note, however, that if you are assigned in a large hospital, they may opt to be stationed at the emergency room.
• A phlebotomist in a medical laboratory. Expect that you may perform similar duties that you would be doing in a hospital setting.
• A phlebotomist in other health care environments. What are the other possible settings? You may find work in a doctor’s office, in a home health service center or in a long-term care facility. You may also be assigned in schools, colleges, universities or any educational institutions. A prison is another possible workplace. And lastly, you may consider employment in a blood bank and in a blood mobile.