Phlebotomist Jobs in Fort Worth, TX
Phlebotomists in Fort Worth draw blood for hospital labs in the Medical District, for Quest Diagnostics patient centers on the north side, and for Carter BloodCare, where posted starting pay for phlebotomists is $18.48 an hour. Here are the current openings, then who is hiring and how to get trained.
Current phlebotomist Openings in Fort Worth, TX
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Phlebotomist Work in Fort Worth
Most blood draw work in Fort Worth clusters in two places. The first is the Medical District on the Near Southside, where Texas Health Fort Worth on Pennsylvania Avenue, Cook Children's on 7th Avenue and Carter BloodCare's Rosedale donor center on West Rosedale Street all sit within a few blocks of each other. Hospital lab roles here often fold phlebotomy into a wider lab assistant job, with specimen processing, send-outs and night or PRN shifts.
The second is the far north side along the I-35W corridor toward Alliance. Quest Diagnostics is hiring for patient service centers on Golden Triangle Boulevard and Heritage Trace Parkway, and Cook Children's runs outpatient labs in Alliance and Hurst as well as its main lab downtown. Carter BloodCare, headquartered on Highway 121 in Bedford, adds donor center and mobile blood drive work across Tarrant County, so a phlebotomist here can choose between a hospital floor, a retail-style patient center and a blood bank.
Top Fort Worth Employers Hiring Phlebotomists
These Fort Worth employers are hiring phlebotomists or lab assistants who draw blood:
- Quest Diagnostics - the national lab company is hiring Phlebotomist II and Phlebotomist III Territory staff for its north Fort Worth patient service centers.
- Carter BloodCare - the Bedford-based community blood center hires phlebotomists for donor centers such as Rosedale in the Medical District, with paid on-the-job training.
- Cook Children's - the pediatric system posts lab phlebotomist roles and staffs lab assistants trained in pediatric blood draws at its Fort Worth, Alliance and Hurst labs.
- Texas Health Fort Worth - the Level I trauma hospital hires part-time and PRN clinical lab assistants and prefers phlebotomy experience and PBT (ASCP) certification.
Phlebotomist Salaries in Fort Worth
- Entry level: about $17 to $19 per hour for new phlebotomists and trainees.
- Experienced: roughly $19 to $22 per hour with a national certification and a year or more of draws.
- Senior / lead: about $22 to $25 per hour for float, territory, trainer and lead roles.
These are estimates. Carter BloodCare posts a phlebotomist starting rate of $18.48 an hour, and the national median for phlebotomists was $21.75 an hour in May 2025 per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with outpatient centers and diagnostic labs paying the most. Night and weekend shifts, float or territory routes that cover several sites, and pediatric draw experience all move pay up.
How to Become a Phlebotomist in Fort Worth
Texas does not issue a state license for phlebotomists, so there is no board to apply to. Employers set the bar instead, and most want a high school diploma or GED plus a national certification such as PBT (ASCP), which Texas Health lists as preferred. Tarrant County College runs a 168-hour Phlebotomy Technician continuing education program at its Trinity River campus on East Belknap Street downtown, with a basic phlebotomy course followed by a clinical rotation at area facilities. Expect a background check, a drug screen and proof of vaccinations before the clinical phase. Carter BloodCare also trains new hires on the job.
What the Job Involves
Phlebotomists identify patients, explain the draw, select the right tubes and needles, and collect blood by venipuncture or fingerstick. They label and log every specimen, spin and process samples, and send them to the lab on time. At a blood center the work also includes screening donors, monitoring them during the donation and handling reactions. Accuracy and a calm bedside manner matter as much as a steady hand.
Skills Employers Look For
- Clean, confident venipuncture on adults, and on children for pediatric roles
- National phlebotomy certification such as PBT (ASCP)
- Exact patient identification and specimen labeling
- Specimen processing and centrifuge experience
- Calm, reassuring communication with nervous patients and donors
- Comfort with lab and order entry software
- Willingness to work early mornings, nights or weekends
Career Path and Advancement
Many Fort Worth phlebotomists start at a patient service center or donor center, then move to Phlebotomist II and III, float or territory routes, and trainer or lead roles. Hospital lab assistant work in the Medical District is a common next step and a bridge to the lab itself. Tarleton State's Fort Worth campus offers a Medical Laboratory Technology associate degree, and phlebotomy is also a solid first step toward nursing or medical assistant programs at Tarrant County College.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to be a phlebotomist in Texas?
No. Texas does not require a state license for phlebotomists. Most Fort Worth employers still prefer or require a national certification such as PBT (ASCP), so plan to earn one.
How much do phlebotomists make in Fort Worth?
New phlebotomists generally start around $17 to $19 an hour, and Carter BloodCare posts a starting rate of $18.48. Experienced and certified phlebotomists earn about $19 to $22, and lead or float roles can reach about $25.
How long does phlebotomy training take in Fort Worth?
Tarrant County College's Phlebotomy Technician program is 168 hours across two courses, a classroom course and a clinical rotation. Class schedules are posted in TCC's continuing education registration search.
Can I get hired as a phlebotomist without experience?
Yes, at some employers. Carter BloodCare offers paid on-the-job training and asks for a high school diploma or GED and six months of general work experience. Hospital roles usually prefer prior phlebotomy experience or a completed course.
What should I bring to a phlebotomy program or job?
Bring a photo ID, your high school diploma or GED, and your immunization records, including hepatitis B, MMR, Tdap, flu and a TB test. Tarrant County College also asks for a current BLS CPR card and a clear background check and drug screen before clinicals.
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