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Job Description

Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary functions, lung capacity, and similar tests. Includes vascular technologists.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 29-2031.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 57,100.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 27.00
Currently, there are 53,760 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Electrocardiogram Technician (EKG Technician)”

Observe ultrasound display screen and listen to signals to record vascular information, such as blood pressure, limb volume changes, oxygen saturation, or cerebral circulation.
Assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac or peripheral vascular treatments, such as implanting pacemakers or assisting with balloon angioplasties to treat blood vessel blockages.
Perform general administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments or ordering supplies or equipment.
Prepare and position patients for testing.
Set up 24-hour Holter and event monitors, scan and interpret tapes, and report results to physicians.
Inject contrast medium into patients' blood vessels.
Enter factors such as amount and quality of radiation beam, and filming sequence, into computer.
Transcribe, type, and distribute reports of diagnostic procedures for interpretation by physician.
Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong.
Conduct electrocardiogram (EKG), phonocardiogram, echocardiogram, stress testing, or other cardiovascular tests to record patients' cardiac activity, using specialized electronic test equipment, recording devices, or laboratory instruments.
Explain testing procedures to patients to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety.
Activate fluoroscope and camera to produce images used to guide catheter through cardiovascular system.
Observe gauges, recorder, and video screens of data analysis system during imaging of cardiovascular system.
Check, test, and maintain cardiology equipment, making minor repairs when necessary, to ensure proper operation.
Supervise or train other cardiology technologists or students.
Assess cardiac physiology and calculate valve areas from blood flow velocity measurements.
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system.
Attach electrodes to the patients' chests, arms, and legs, connect electrodes to leads from the electrocardiogram (EKG) machine, and operate the EKG machine to obtain a reading.
Assist surgeons with vascular procedures, such as preparing balloons and stents.
Obtain and record patient identification, medical history, or test results.
Conduct tests of pulmonary system, using spirometer or other respiratory testing equipment.
Compare measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to standard norms to identify abnormalities.
Adjust equipment and controls according to physicians' orders or established protocol.
Monitor patients' comfort and safety during tests, alerting physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.

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