$23 - $28 per hour
make informed decisions that advance care. Join us in our mission to improve health and improve lives. LabCorp is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our team in San Diego, CA Schedule: Monday thru Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm,…
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Phlebotomist jobs in San Diego, CA
Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, and donations, label and handle specimens correctly, and keep patients comfortable through a procedure many people dread.
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Location: San Diego, California, United StatesCompany: San Ysidro Health CenterPosted: 2026-09-25San Ysidro Health is seeking a PACE Medical Coder to review clinical documentation and verify ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS code…
$50 - $70 per hour
Job Title: Senior Clinical Research Associate Duration (Contract): 2 Months Client Location: San Diego, California, 92121 Location Preference: Onsite Job Description: As a Senior Clinical Research Associate, you will pro…
GOLDEN CARE IS HIRING TOP CAREGIVERS WITH PARKINSON'S EXPERIENCE TO JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM!! If you think you have what it takes to be one of them, APPLY NOW! TO RESPECT EVERYONE'S TIME, PLEASE BE SURE TO READ ENTIRE JOB…
$24.25 - $26.25 per hour
and empathetic team, while working hard to cultivate an environment where everyone can thrive. The Opportunity As a One Medical Phlebotomist/ Administrative Assistant (internally known as Lab Services Specialist/Member S…
$71.9k - $189k
To be eligible for this position, you must reside in the same country where the job is located. Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as r…
$26 - $31 per hour
Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improv…
Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a r…
$38.68 per hour
Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) - Urgent Care Location: Chula Vista, CA Contract Type: Per-Diem Shift Type: Saturdays only, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM (8 hours per week). Must be available for a full w…
$29.26 - $44.2 per hour
Overview Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) to support the VA San Diego Healthcare System located at 3350 La Jolla Village Dr. San Diego, CA 92161. Se…
Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a r…
$17.79 - $32.82 per hour
Overview Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently recruiting Phlebotomists to support the VA San Diego Healthcare System located at 3350 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92161. Services will be delivere…
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What phlebotomists earn in San Diego
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $19–$23 | $39k–$47k |
| Mid level | $22–$26 | $45k–$55k |
| Senior | $25–$31 | $52k–$65k |
Adjusted for the San Diego market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Venipuncture techniqueCapillary collectionSpecimen labeling and handlingOrder of drawPatient identification protocolsCalming anxious patientsInfection controlLab information systems
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your patient identification and labeling process.
Recite it precisely: two identifiers, label at the bedside, never pre-label. This is the safety question that decides the interview.
What do you do after two unsuccessful venipuncture attempts?
The expected answer is to stop, reassure the patient, and hand off to a colleague. Ego-free escalation is what they want to hear.
How do you handle a patient who faints or panics during a draw?
Describe watching for warning signs, positioning safely, stopping the draw, and staying calm and reassuring until the patient recovers.
Explain the order of draw and why it matters.
Know the tube sequence and that additive carryover can corrupt results. A brief, confident answer shows real training.
Describe drawing from a difficult stick, such as fragile or rolling veins.
Mention technique adjustments: smaller gauge or butterfly, anchoring the vein, warm compresses, and checking both arms before attempting.
How do you keep up pace during a morning rush without cutting corners?
Show that speed comes from preparation, organized trays, and routine, never from skipping identification or labeling steps.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For phlebotomists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your phlebotomy certification (CPT from NHA, ASCP, or equivalent) and state license where required, such as California.
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Quantify your experience: draws per shift, and settings like hospital floors, outpatient labs, plasma centers, or mobile draws.
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Call out difficult-population experience, such as pediatric, geriatric, or oncology patients, since it sets candidates apart.
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Name the lab systems and equipment you know, including LIS platforms and barcode specimen tracking.
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Note your accuracy record if you can, for example low recollection or mislabel rates, even approximately.
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Where this role goes
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