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Job outlook for vein access technicians in the United States
Vein access technician job and salary trends over time
Vein access technician jobs over time
Vein access technician job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 207 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 211 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 211 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 208 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 209 | 0.00% |
Average vein access technician salary over time
Vein access technician salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36,896 | $17.74 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $35,893 | $17.26 | --0.7% |
| 2023 | $36,152 | $17.38 | +2.5% |
| 2022 | $35,254 | $16.95 | +2.0% |
| 2021 | $34,575 | $16.62 | --0.1% |
Vein access technician jobs by state
Most common states for vein access technicians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 264 | 20% |
| 2 | Alaska | 739,795 | 150 | 20% |
| 3 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 154 | 18% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 125 | 17% |
| 5 | Vermont | 623,657 | 107 | 17% |
| 6 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 211 | 16% |
| 7 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,027 | 15% |
| 8 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 846 | 15% |
| 9 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 482 | 15% |
| 10 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 1,490 | 12% |
| 11 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 696 | 12% |
| 12 | Delaware | 961,939 | 111 | 12% |
| 13 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 1,109 | 11% |
| 14 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 964 | 11% |
| 15 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 951 | 11% |
| 16 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 739 | 11% |
| 17 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 619 | 11% |
| 18 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 311 | 11% |
| 19 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 209 | 11% |
| 20 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 118 | 11% |
Most common cities for vein access technicians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $32,651 |
| 2 | Denver | 1 | 0% | $36,447 |
Vein Access Technician job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of vein access technician experts
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
Pennsylvania State University
Missouri University of Science and Technology
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Palm Beach State College
Southeastern Louisiana University
The University of New Hampshire's Central Science
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Dr. Luis Rogelio Cruz-Vera
Associate ProfessorUniversity of Alabama in Huntsville
Department of Biological Sciences
What soft skills should all Vein Access Technicians possess?
Dr. Luis Rogelio Cruz-Vera: Planification.
Robyn Tarpley
Director of Health and Medical SciencesPennsylvania Institute of Technology
Health and Medical Sciences Department
What skills will help Vein Access Technicians earn the most?
Robyn Tarpley: NHA cert- being assertive and professional.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Vein Access Technician job market given the pandemic?
Patrick Drohan Ph.D.: The market will rebound in a way similar to the 1920s following the Spanish Flu pandemic. Coupled with the administration shifts, students in science fields especially will be well-placed for quick hires. There is also an age cohort now moving in retirement that occupied a pretty large percentage of positions and those jobs are opening up to entry-level hires. We are starting to see some of that now.
What skills stand out on Vein Access Technician resumes?
Patrick Drohan Ph.D.: The academic skills are very important, experience in academic clubs like soil judging or weed judging (your niche), but more important is a diversity of experience with working in labs while in school, having summer jobs tied to your career, etc. - working at Dairy Queen in your home town may not be the best idea anymore if you are trying to out-compete others for entry-level work, and frankly, there is plenty of work out there if you are willing to move.
Dr. Rainer Glaser
Professor and ChairMissouri University of Science and Technology
Chemistry Department
What skills stand out on Vein Access Technician resumes?
Dr. Rainer Glaser: Chemistry competence is key, of course. As a close second, chemists need to demonstrate effective team player competence. Communication skills are essential, in conversation and in writing. Effective collaboration requires highly developed skills to work with team members, peers, and leadership.
Christopher Bae Ph.D.
Professor, Department ChairUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa
Department of Anthropology
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Vein Access Technicians?
Christopher Bae Ph.D.: Yes and no. Obviously, hiring in anthropology, like most academic fields, has become more difficult now because of the economic impact of COVID-19 worldwide. However, anthropology graduates are still managing to find job placement in postdoctoral research fellowships, cultural resource management firms, and non-governmental organizations. The applied areas of anthropology are where positions can still be found fairly regularly. Moving forward, however, I anticipate a rebound, like in most fields, of hires more broadly in anthropology.
What experience really stands out on Vein Access Technician resumes?
Dr. Alexandra Gorgevska Ph.D.: The Palm Beach State College Biotechnology Program is a very hands-on intensive training program that ensures our graduates are well versed in fundamental life science laboratory techniques and sterile/aseptic techniques and instrumentation skills. As part of our program, students can earn two College Credit Certificates along with an A.S. degree that includes an industry internship experience.
We are very fortunate to have an excellent relationship with our business partners who are familiar with our facilities, worked with us for many years, and are aware of the vast instrumentation and hands-on training our students receive. They continue to provide career opportunities for our students and interns.
Mohammad Saadeh Ph.D.
Department HeadSoutheastern Louisiana University
Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology
What technology do you think will become more important and prevalent for Vein Access Technicians in the next 3-5 years?
Mohammad Saadeh Ph.D.: IoT and automation.
Will there be an increase or decrease in demand for Vein Access Technicians in the next 5 years?
Mohammad Saadeh Ph.D.: There will be an increase; however, employers will be looking for a unique set of qualities/abilities. Some of the trends have been: technical writing, sales, communication, besides the technical skills, which must be current with the evolution in communication methods that we are experiencing.
How do you envision technology impacting Vein Access Technicians in the next 5 years?
Glen P. Miller: The chemistry field is constantly impacted by advancements in scientific instrumentation, hardware, and software, especially those that cut across adjacent fields like biology and materials science. Job seekers should be well-grounded in current technologies while aware of recent developments and trends.
Gerald Bergtrom Ph.D.
Professor of Biological Sciences (Emeritus) & Teaching & Learning ConsultantUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Biological Sciences Department
What Vein Access Technician skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Gerald Bergtrom Ph.D.: The answers here depend on why the gap year is needed. If the need is to have an income, this would need to be balanced against other desirable needs and wishes.
- Thinking about a whole gap year, the student should make a long-term commitment to skills improvement and fill in gaps in a resume or job application.
-If the new graduate can afford it, spend some time traveling, to be exposed to different cultures and languages. If the student lives in an area with a growing LatinX population, learning some Spanish would be useful.
-If it looks like the gap year will not include activities related to the job they hope to get at the end of the year, then take at least one STEM course in their area of interest so as not to lose their edge. This could be an online course (for example, a MOOC). Do it for credit if necessary, to prove (to themselves and others) that they still love and want to succeed in science.
What experience really stands out on Vein Access Technician resumes?
Gerald Bergtrom Ph.D.: -A strong academic record, especially in the sciences.
-For any applicant, a research experience with a faculty or private-sector mentor is always a stand-out. Whether or not for academic credit, a valuable experience does not require that research efforts be successful. However, it will be supported by listing the mentor among the job applicant's academic references.
-The applicant should provide a written description of any independent research (laboratory or other) to be appended to the job application and cover letter. This document should communicate a clear understanding of the project and their role in it. I used to have my undergrad independent study researchers talk about their projects at weekly lab meetings. By the time they were looking for a job (or, for that matter, applying to grad school), I wanted these students to be able to articulate hypotheses being tested, to show how their experimental design would test predictions of alternative results, and finally to discuss their progress and any results obtained from their piece of the project. The ability to write clearly about their independent study goals and experience will reflect communication skills, a measure of scientific understanding, and their enthusiasm and pleasure of "doing science."
-Extracurricular activities that include collaborative work (team sports are suitable for this).
-Extracurricular volunteer activities that expose students to social situations outside of family, friends, and classmates. An ability to write about these experiences engagingly is always a stand-out asset.