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The Frontline of Healthcare: Tips and Insights for Phlebotomists and Specimen Collectors

Phlebotomists and specimen collectors are the true frontline of healthcare. Every successful diagnosis starts with a quality sample, and that work begins with you. From mastering technique to building patient trust, and from embracing new technology to seizing career growth opportunities, this role is evolving fast. Read our latest blog to discover practical tips and insights to help you thrive in the field.

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Aug 26th 2025 - 5 min read

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Reality Check: How Much Does a Phlebotomist Really Cost to Hire?

The real cost to hire a phlebotomist—staffing, onboarding, and agency markup—can easily skyrocket to over $10,000. FloatR’s TalentStream delivers vetted, AI-scored candidates fast, saving labs time and serious cash.

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Aug 26th 2025 - 3 min read

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The Lab Talent Crunch: Why Hiring is Broken (and How to Fix It)

Labs everywhere are facing the same challenge: finding and keeping qualified phlebotomists and pre-analytical staff. Traditional hiring is slow, expensive, and often leads to high turnover.

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Aug 26th 2025 - 5 mins read

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Bleeding Talent: Why Clinical Labs Struggle to Hire & Keep Phlebotomists (And What To Do About It)

Clinical laboratories are the unsung backbone of healthcare — but they’re hurting. Not from lack of demand, but from a chronic shortage of the people on the front lines: specimen collectors and phlebotomists. These roles may not grab headlines, but try running a lab without them. Spoiler: you can’t. Let’s break down what’s causing this hiring headache and how forward-thinking labs can stop the bleeding.

clients

Jun 19th 2025 - 5 mins read

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Revolutionizing Lab Services: The Rise of In-Home Phlebotomy & Specimen Collection

Discover how in-home phlebotomy and specimen collection services are transforming patient care and helping diagnostic labs expand reach, improve efficiency, and boost patient satisfaction.

clients

Jun 18th 2025 - 5 mins read