Cardiovascular technologists and technicians operate specialized equipment to conduct tests that help doctors analyze and diagnose heart and lung conditions. Some technologists assist physicians and surgeons during surgical procedures.
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- Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
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What do they typically do
- Check, test, and maintain cardiology equipment
- Prepare patients for procedures by taking a patient's history, explaining the procedure, and answering questions
- Supervise or train other cardiology technologists or students
- Adjust equipment and controls according to physicians' orders or established guidelines
- Prepare and position patients for testing
- Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures and notify the physician if something appears to be wrong
- Attach electrodes to patients' chests, arms, and legs; connect electrodes to leads from the electrocardiogram (EKG) machine; and operate the EKG machine
- Use specialized equipment to conduct tests that record patients' cardiac activitity, including electrocardiogram (EKG), echocardiogram, and stress testing
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Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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