How do they match: Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

  • Activate fluoroscope and camera to produce images used to guide catheter through cardiovascular system.
  • Adjust equipment and controls according to physicians' orders or established protocol.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Perform general administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments or ordering supplies or equipment.
  • Set up 24-hour Holter and event monitors, scan and interpret tapes, and report results to physicians.
  • Transcribe, type, and distribute reports of diagnostic procedures for interpretation by physician.

  • Calculate numerical data for medical activities.
  • Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
  • Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
  • Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.