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.
- Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT)
- Cardiovascular Technician
- Cardiology Technician
- Cardiac Technician
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
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- EKG/ECG Technician (Electrocardiogram Technician)
- Echocardiographer
- Electrocardiogram Technician (EKG Technician)
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)
- Cardiopulmonary Technician
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- 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.
- Assess cardiac physiology and calculate valve areas from blood flow velocity measurements.
- 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.
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- 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.
- Assess cardiac physiology and calculate valve areas from blood flow velocity measurements.
- 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.
- Compare measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to standard norms to identify abnormalities.
- 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.
- Conduct tests of pulmonary system, using spirometer or other respiratory testing equipment.
- Enter factors such as amount and quality of radiation beam, and filming sequence, into computer.
- Explain testing procedures to patients to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety.
- Inject contrast medium into patients' blood vessels.
- 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.
- Monitor patients' comfort and safety during tests, alerting physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.
- Observe gauges, recorder, and video screens of data analysis system during imaging of cardiovascular system.
- Observe ultrasound display screen and listen to signals to record vascular information, such as blood pressure, limb volume changes, oxygen saturation, or cerebral circulation.
- Obtain and record patient identification, medical history, or test results.
- Operate diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system.
- 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.
- Supervise or train other cardiology technologists or students.
- Transcribe, type, and distribute reports of diagnostic procedures for interpretation by physician.
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- administer injections
- administer medications or treatments
- analyze medical data
- collect clinical data
- communicate technical information
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- administer injections
- administer medications or treatments
- analyze medical data
- collect clinical data
- communicate technical information
- explain testing procedures to patient
- follow clinical radiation safety procedures
- follow dental or medical office procedures
- follow infectious materials procedures
- follow patient care procedures
- follow patient observation procedures
- inventory medical supplies or instruments
- make decisions
- make presentations on health or medical issues
- observe patient condition
- prepare patient reports
- prepare patients for tests, therapy, or treatments
- record medical history or data
- take vital signs
- understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
- use clinical sterilizing technique
- use emergency medical procedures
- use hazardous materials information
- use interpersonal communication techniques
- use knowledge of medical terminology
- use medical diagnostic equipment
- use quality assurance techniques
- use sanitation practices in health care settings
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- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
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- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
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- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
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- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
- Cardiopulmonary Laboratory Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
- Cardiovascular Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
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- Cardiac Monitor Technician
- Cardiopulmonary Technologist
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- Holter Scanning Technician
- Perfusionist
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- Cardiac Monitor Technician
- Cardiopulmonary Technologist
- Cardiopulmonary Technologist, Chief
- Echocardiograph Technician
- Electrocardiograph Technician
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- Holter Scanning Technician
- Perfusionist
- Pulmonary-Function Technician
- Special Procedures Technologist, Cardiac Catheterization
- Stress Test Technician
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