O*NET-SOC 31-9097.00

Phlebotomists

Draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, or research. May explain the procedure to patients and assist in the recovery of patients with adverse reactions.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Dispose of contaminated sharps, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and policies.Core19375
Organize or clean blood-drawing trays, ensuring that all instruments are sterile and all needles, syringes, or related items are of first-time use.Core19382
Draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.Core19379
Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.Core19381
Dispose of blood or other biohazard fluids or tissue, in accordance with applicable laws, standards, or policies.Core19374
Conduct standards tests, such as blood alcohol, blood culture, oral glucose tolerance, glucose screening, blood smears, or peak and trough drug levels tests.Core19387
Collect specimens at specific time intervals for tests, such as those assessing therapeutic drug levels.Core19385
Process blood or other fluid samples for further analysis by other medical professionals.Core19392
Provide sample analysis results to physicians to assist diagnosis.Core19393
Administer subcutaneous or intramuscular injects, in accordance with licensing restrictions.Supplemental19383
Enter patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information into computer.Core19389
Document route of specimens from collection to laboratory analysis and diagnosis.Core19376
Draw blood from capillaries by dermal puncture, such as heel or finger stick methods.Core19378
Draw blood from arteries, using arterial collection techniques.Supplemental19377
Monitor blood or plasma donors during and after procedures to ensure health, safety, and comfort.Supplemental19390
Conduct hemoglobin tests to ensure donor iron levels are normal.Core19386
Transport specimens or fluid samples from collection sites to laboratories.Core19396
Collect fluid or tissue samples, using appropriate collection procedures.Core19373
Determine donor suitability, according to interview results, vital signs, and medical history.Supplemental19388
Calibrate or maintain machines, such as those used for plasma collection.Supplemental19384
Explain fluid or tissue collection procedures to patients.Core19380
Train other medical personnel in phlebotomy or laboratory techniques.Core19395
Serve refreshments to donors to ensure absorption of sugar into their systems.Supplemental19394

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 14 examples in 7 categories, 6 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Medical software

Donor management system software
Electronic medical record EMR software
Iatric Systems MobiLab
Laboratory information system LIS
Medical procedure coding software
MEDITECH Blood Bank
MEDITECH Laboratory and Microbiology
MEDITECH softwareHot Technology

Web platform development software

JavaScriptHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Electronic mail software

Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Calendar and scheduling software

Scheduling software

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor patients to detect health problems.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Evaluate characteristics of individuals to determine needs or eligibility.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Processing Information

Compile data or documentation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Performing General Physical Activities

Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Clean medical equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Transport biological or other medical materials.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Handling and Moving Objects

Collect biological specimens from patients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Prepare biological specimens for laboratory analysis.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

Prepare official health documents or records.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Maintain medical records.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

Explain technical medical information to patients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Communicate test or assessment results to medical professionals.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Assisting and Caring for Others

Give medications or immunizations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Feed patients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
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Training and Teaching Others

Teach medical procedures to healthcare personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 21

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Level mix

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.