What is a Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant (PLA)?
A Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant (PLA) combines the duties of a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) and a Lab Assistant (LA).
Depending on the level of training, phlebotomist draw blood through venipuncture, skin puncture, or arterial puncture. Lab Assistants duties include; specimen processing, plating and processing microbiology specimens, operating and maintaining semi-automated test equipment. Duties may also include fixing blood/tissue specimens on slides, and using computers to input data.
Depending on the location of employment CPT’s may perform LA’s duties as well as their own including; collect patient histories, measure vital signs, height and weight.
Where can I work?
Phlebotomist and Lab Assistants can work in doctor's offices, hospitals, labs, medical clinics, blood banks, etc..
Can I get financial aid to take the Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant (PLA) Program?
Financial Aid is unavailable at this time; however, private bank loans are available.
CAIOMS also offers a payment plan.
What is the refund policy for the Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant (PLA) Program?
The refund policy for this program is as follows:
- 100% before the first class day.
- 100% if class is cancelled by CAIOMS.
- If 60% or less of the program is complete. Prorated Refund.
- Nonrefundable if 60% or more of the program is complete.
Will I be able to find a job when I graduate?
Rapid job growth and excellent job opportunities are expected. Most jobs will continue to be in hospitals, but employment will grow faster in other settings.
Employment of clinical laboratory workers is expected to grow 14 percent between 2006 and 2016, faster than the average for all occupations. The volume of laboratory tests continues to increase with both population growth and the development of new types of tests. www.bls.gov
Where are you located?
California Institute of Medical Science headquarters is located in Fresno, California.
*Please see school policies for exceptions. |
