What award covers phlebotomists in Australia?

Phlebotomists are typically covered by the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020 [MA000027]. The Fair Work Ombudsman publishes a pay guide for this award that lists minimum hourly rates, allowances, and penalty rates. Always check the specific classification in the award to confirm your correct rate.

How do I convert a phlebotomist hourly rate to an annual salary?

Multiply the hourly rate by the number of hours worked per week, then by 52 weeks. For a full‑time phlebotomist working 38 hours per week, the formula is: hourly rate × 38 × 52. This gives the gross annual figure before tax and super. Remember that award rates may include loadings for casual or shift work.

Is casual loading included in the phlebotomist salary calculation?

No, casual loading is paid on top of the base hourly rate. For the Health Professionals Award, casual employees receive a 25% loading. When using our timesheet tool, enter the base hourly rate (without loading) and check the casual loading box to add it automatically. Super is then calculated on the total ordinary earnings.

Phlebotomist Salary: Hourly Rates, Annual Pay, and Award Conditions in Australia

A phlebotomist covered by the Health Professionals and Support Services Award earns at least the award rate, which is above the National Minimum Wage of $26.44 per hour for a 38‑hour week.

Understanding a Phlebotomist Salary in Australia

If you are a phlebotomist or considering the role, knowing how your hourly rate translates into annual, fortnightly, and weekly pay is essential. A phlebotomist salary depends on the award that covers your employment, your classification, and whether you work full‑time, part‑time, or casually. This guide explains the key components using official sources from the Fair Work Ombudsman and the Fair Work Commission.

Award Coverage for Phlebotomists

Phlebotomists are health professionals who collect blood samples. Most are covered by the Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020 [MA000027]. The Fair Work Ombudsman provides a pay guide for this award that sets minimum hourly rates, allowances, and penalty rates. From 1 October 2026, minimum rates for health professional employees in this award increased following the gender‑based undervaluation review. Always check the latest pay guide for your specific classification.

National Minimum Wage vs Award Rates

The National Minimum Wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour (or $33.05 for casuals including 25% loading). However, award rates for phlebotomists are typically higher. The award classification determines your minimum pay. For example, a Health Professional employee Level 1 may have a higher rate than the national minimum. Use our pay guides to find the correct rate, or refer to the Fair Work Commission’s Modern Awards Pay Database for detailed classification data.

Converting Hourly Rate to Annual Pay

The standard formula for annual gross pay is:

Annual gross = hourly rate × hours per week × 52

For a full‑time phlebotomist working 38 hours per week, this becomes:

Annual gross = hourly rate × 38 × 52

If you work part‑time, use your actual weekly hours. For casuals, remember that the 25% loading is added to the base rate before calculating annual pay. Our timesheet tool lets you enter your base hourly rate and optionally add casual loading to see the annual equivalent.

Fortnightly and Weekly Pay

To find your fortnightly pay, multiply your weekly pay by 2. For a full‑time phlebotomist on the National Minimum Wage:

Weekly: $26.44 × 38 = $1,004.72
Fortnightly: $1,004.72 × 2 = $2,009.44

Award rates will give higher figures. Use our reference tables for quick conversions.

Casual Loading and Superannuation

Casual employees under the Health Professionals Award receive a 25% loading on the base hourly rate. This compensates for not receiving paid leave. When using our calculator, do not include the loading in the base rate – check the casual loading box instead.

Superannuation is paid on top of your gross earnings. From 1 July 2026, the super guarantee is 12% of ordinary time earnings, up to the maximum contribution base of $270,830 per year. For a full‑time phlebotomist earning $55,000 per year, super adds $6,600 (12% of $55,000). See super and packaging for more.

Tax and Medicare

Your phlebotomist salary is subject to income tax and the Medicare levy. For 2026–27, the resident tax rates are:

$0 – $18,200: nil
$18,201 – $45,000: 15%
$45,001 – $135,000: 30%
$135,001 – $190,000: 37%
Over $190,000: 45%

Medicare levy is generally 2% of taxable income. The tax‑free threshold reduces your tax. Our take‑home pay calculator estimates net pay after tax and Medicare.

Comparing Phlebotomist Pay to Average Earnings

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reports Average Weekly Earnings for full‑time adult ordinary time earnings at $2,083.70 per week (May 2026). All employees total earnings (including part‑time) average $1,579.20 per week. A phlebotomist salary may be below these averages depending on experience and location. Check average pay for more context.

Using the Timesheet Tool

Our timesheet is the home page. Enter your base hourly rate (without casual loading) and select your weekly hours. The tool calculates annual gross, super, and estimated tax. For casuals, tick the 25% loading box. The result is an estimate – your actual pay may vary due to penalties, allowances, or enterprise agreements.

Important Disclaimer

Annual pay shown here is hourly rate × hours per week × 52. It assumes the same rate every week, no unpaid overtime, no penalty rates, no allowances, and no salary sacrifice. Super is estimated at 12% of ordinary earnings only, paid on top, and stops at the $270,830 maximum contribution base. Tax uses the 2026–27 resident scale with the full tax‑free threshold. Medicare uses the 2025–26 single reduction thresholds because the 2026–27 reduction thresholds were not confirmed here. HELP, the Medicare levy surcharge, and salary packaging are not deducted. This is an estimate, not a determination of your pay or tax.