Phlebotomist Mock Interview
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Question 20 of 30
What is something that scares you about being a phlebotomist?
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Heather Douglass has over 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, Recruiter, and HR Specialist. Much of her experience is as a Technical Recruiter in the healthcare industry.
"I think the fear of being stuck by a contaminated needle is the thing that scares me the most. It is part of the job and requires extra attention to detail to be secure."
Darby Faubion has been a Nurse and Allied Health Educator for over 20 years. She has clinical experience in several specialty areas, including pediatrics, medical-surgical, critical care, and hospice.
"There are a few things that make me feel uneasy when I think of them. First and foremost is the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, if a contaminated needle sticks a patient or me. Also, the risk of a patient being injured if a needle is broken due to them moving around."
Heather Douglass has over 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, Recruiter, and HR Specialist. Much of her experience is as a Technical Recruiter in the healthcare industry.
Any job that involves caring for others can have scary moments. Although a phlebotomist may not have a risk of a medication error, there are still things that can happen that can cause one to feel worried. Admitting things that cause you to be uneasy is not a sign of weakness but rather a sign that you know things you may need to focus on. The interviewer will appreciate that.
Heather Douglass has over 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, Recruiter, and HR Specialist. Much of her experience is as a Technical Recruiter in the healthcare industry.
"I have always had a fear of a patient being harmed if a needle broke off into their skin, perhaps if they are combative."
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