Pct + Phlebotomy cert.

[freepct]

:DHi everyone,

I am starting a pct position on a thoracic stepdown ( im currently in orientation).....my mind has been running wild with the continuing ed oppurtunities and which 1 would benefit me the most in the short run....i will be starting my prereques next fall for nursing but in the mean time i would like to add a cert. or two to increase my wages and/or marketability.....i wanted to get my cna just to get my cmt but i already have a uap cert.(i just can't take the same exact class over again:cool:) there is a phlebotomy class i could take but since "phlebotomy" is already in pct scope of practice..i was wondering would it be redundant.....on paper it may seem that way but the only training i had was on a manaquin arm for 30min in school(and all the techs i talked w/ have only used butterfly needles:confused: as they do on the floor im starting on), so i would like to learn more in depth info on venipuncture...i also see job openings for certified phlebotomist as dialysis techs , and lab assistants.....as a pct i think im pretty much stuck in the hospital(wipn butts:D)..if anything it might give me more job oppurtunities....those are just my thoughts.....if anyone knows if there is a pay difference between pct and phlebotomist let me know.....IS IT WORTH IT :redpinkhe

[ctmed]

The phlebotomy cert allows you much more flexibility in jobs. While your NH or hospital (depends on area) may not really care, you also are eligible for plasma centers which are experiencing a boom due to the bad economy.