Phlebotomist Jobs in Nashville, TN
Phlebotomists in Nashville earn a median of about $21.27 an hour, and Tennessee does not require a state license to draw blood. Below are the current openings, followed by who is hiring from Harding Pike to Gallatin and how to get trained at TCAT Nashville.
Current phlebotomist Openings in Nashville, TN
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Phlebotomist Work in Nashville
Most Nashville phlebotomy jobs fall into two camps. The first is the outpatient patient service center, where a lab company draws walk-in and appointment patients all day; Quest Diagnostics runs centers on Harding Pike in West Nashville, on Elm Hill Pike east of downtown and on 8th Avenue South downtown. The second is the hospital lab, where phlebotomists work early morning rounds on the floors and cover the emergency department around the clock.
Hospital phlebotomy here often sits inside a broader laboratory assistant role, and many of the openings are PRN. Highpoint Health in Gallatin and Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital in Lebanon both post PRN phlebotomy work, which suits students and people stacking shifts across Sumner and Wilson counties. Quest's Nashville postings run from trainee to territory and site lead roles, so there is a real ladder without leaving phlebotomy.
Top Nashville Employers Hiring Phlebotomists
These Nashville-area employers hire phlebotomists, each confirmed on its own careers site:
- Quest Diagnostics - the lab company posts phlebotomy trainee, Phlebotomist II, Phlebotomist III Territory and site lead roles at its Nashville patient service centers.
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center - VUMC hires PRN phlebotomists, including at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital in Lebanon.
- Highpoint Health - Sumner - the Gallatin hospital, run with Ascension Saint Thomas, hires phlebotomists and laboratory assistants who draw blood.
Phlebotomist Salaries in Nashville
- Entry level: about $17 to $19 per hour for new phlebotomists and trainees.
- Experienced: roughly $20 to $22 per hour for experienced phlebotomists.
- Senior: about $22 to $25 per hour for territory, lead and site lead roles.
These are estimates based on federal 2025 wage data for the Nashville metro, where the median is about $21.27 an hour, and on Quest's own Nashville postings, which listed Phlebotomist pay from $17.20 an hour, Phlebotomist II from $20.00 and Phlebotomist III Territory from $22.38. Experience, national certification, night and weekend shifts and travel between sites all move pay.
How to Become a Phlebotomist in Nashville
Tennessee does not license phlebotomists. The Tennessee Medical Laboratory Board licenses laboratory technologists and technicians, but phlebotomist is not on its list, and Quest's Nashville postings say certification is not required in Tennessee. Employers still prefer training and a national credential: Highpoint Health asks for phlebotomy training and a year of experience, with a PBT credential preferred within two years. The main local program is the Phlebotomy Technology certificate at TCAT Nashville, 100 White Bridge Pike in West Nashville: 156 clock hours over about four months of evening classes, about $860 in tuition and fees plus $472 for books and supplies, preparing you for the NHA certification exam. It is not eligible for financial aid. Quest also hires phlebotomy trainees in Nashville.
What the Job Involves
Phlebotomists confirm each patient's identity, draw blood by venipuncture or skin puncture, label and process specimens, and keep accurate records for the lab. The work also includes calming nervous patients, drawing children and hard sticks, keeping supplies stocked, following infection control rules and getting samples to the lab on time.
Skills Employers Look For
- Venipuncture and skin puncture technique
- Accurate patient identification and specimen labeling
- National phlebotomy certification such as the NHA or ASCP PBT
- CPR or BLS certification
- A calm, reassuring manner with patients
- Reliability for early starts and PRN shifts
Career Path and Advancement
In Nashville the ladder is visible in Quest's own titles: trainee, Phlebotomist, Phlebotomist II, Phlebotomist III Territory and site lead. Hospital phlebotomists can move into laboratory assistant work, and many use the job as a first step toward a medical laboratory technician credential, nursing school or a medical assistant role at one of the area's large health systems.
Related Careers in Nashville
If phlebotomy interests you, these related Nashville roles are close matches:
- Medical Assistant Jobs
- Certified Nursing Assistant Jobs
- Pharmacy Technician Jobs
- Registered Nurse Jobs
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to be a phlebotomist in Nashville?
No. Tennessee does not license phlebotomists, and Quest's Nashville postings say certification is not required in the state. Many hospital employers still prefer a national credential, so certification is worth getting.
How much do phlebotomists make in Nashville?
Federal 2025 wage data puts the Nashville metro median at about $21.27 an hour. Quest's local postings started Phlebotomists at $17.20 an hour and Phlebotomist III Territory at $22.38.
How long does phlebotomy training take in Nashville?
The Phlebotomy Technology certificate at TCAT Nashville is 156 clock hours, about four months of evening classes. Some employers, including Quest, also hire trainees and teach on the job.
Can I work as a phlebotomist part time?
Yes. Hospital phlebotomy in the Nashville area is often PRN, meaning you pick up shifts as needed. Highpoint Health and VUMC have both posted PRN phlebotomy roles.
What should I bring when I apply?
Bring a resume, proof of any phlebotomy training or certification, and a current CPR or BLS card. Hospital employers also run a background check and drug screen before you start.
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