How do they match: Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

  • Monitor Technician
  • Cardiac Monitor Technician
  • Cardiograph Operator
  • Electrocardiograph Operator
  • Telemetry Monitor Technician

  • Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong.
  • Monitor patients' comfort and safety during tests, alerting physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.
  • 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.
  • Check, test, and maintain cardiology equipment, making minor repairs when necessary, to ensure proper operation.
  • Set up 24-hour Holter and event monitors, scan and interpret tapes, and report results to physicians.

  • Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
  • Monitor video displays of medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
  • Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
  • Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Maintain sterile operative fields.