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Registered Phlebotomy Technician — RPT

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Description

The primary function of a Phlebotomy Technician is to obtain patient blood specimens by venipuncture or microtechniques. The Phlebotomy Technician aids in the collection and transportation of other laboratory specimens, and may be involved with patient data entry. A Phlebotomy Technician also draws blood for transfusions, donations and research.

Certifying Organization

American Medical Technologists

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

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