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Idaho does not require a separate state license for phlebotomists. National certification from NHA, ASCP, AMT, or NCCT satisfies most employer requirements. St. Luke's Health System and Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center are the largest employers of phlebotomists in Idaho.
$37,000
Range: $34,000 - $40,000
Not Required
National certification accepted
4
NHA CPT, ASCP PBT +2 more
Hospitals in Idaho typically require national certification before hiring. Smaller clinics and critical access hospitals in rural areas may hire entry-level candidates and provide training. A high school diploma or GED is the baseline requirement.
Median Annual Salary
$37,000
Range: $34,000 - $40,000
Salary data reflects Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates for phlebotomists in Idaho. Actual pay varies based on employer type, experience, certifications held, and geographic location within the state. Phlebotomists working in hospital settings and reference laboratories tend to earn more than those in outpatient clinics or physician offices.
No. Idaho does not have a state licensure requirement. Most major hospitals require national certification such as the NHA CPT or ASCP PBT.
Yes. Idaho has many critical access hospitals and rural health clinics that need phlebotomists. Rural positions sometimes offer more flexible hiring criteria but may have fewer advancement opportunities.
College of Western Idaho and Boise State University's continuing education division offer phlebotomy certificate programs that prepare students for national certification exams.