How do they match: Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

  • Cardiograph Operator
  • Electrocardiograph Operator

  • Operate diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Check, test, and maintain cardiology equipment, making minor repairs when necessary, to ensure proper operation.

  • Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
  • Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
  • Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
  • Enter patient or treatment data into computers.
  • Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Maintain sterile operative fields.
  • Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
  • Position patients for treatment or examination.