Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians - 29-2031.00

O*NET-SOC 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.

DOT Titles Included in this O*NET-SOC Code

  • Cardiac Monitor Technician
  • Cardiac Monitor Technician
  • Cardiopulmonary Technologist
  • Cardiopulmonary Technologist, Chief
  • Echocardiograph Technician
  • Electrocardiograph Technician
  • Holter Scanning Technician
  • Perfusionist
  • Pulmonary-Function Technician
  • Special Procedures Technologist, Cardiac Catheterization
  • Stress Test Technician

Sample of Occupations in this SOC Family

29-2011.00 Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
29-2012.00 Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians
29-2021.00 Dental Hygienists
29-2031.00 Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
29-2032.00 Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
29-2033.00 Nuclear Medicine Technologists
29-2034.00 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
29-2034.01 Radiologic Technologists
29-2034.02 Radiologic Technicians
29-2041.00 Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics
29-2051.00 Dietetic Technicians
29-2052.00 Pharmacy Technicians
29-2053.00 Psychiatric Technicians
29-2054.00 Respiratory Therapy Technicians
29-2055.00 Surgical Technologists
29-2056.00 Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
29-2061.00 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
29-2071.00 Medical Records and Health Information Technicians
29-2081.00 Opticians, Dispensing
29-2091.00 Orthotists and Prosthetists
29-2099.99 Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • 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 diagnosis and treatment of cardiac and peripheral vascular treatments, for example, 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, and laboratory instruments.
  • Conduct tests of pulmonary system, using spirometer and other respiratory testing equipment.
  • Enter factors such as amount and quality of radiation beam, and filming sequence, into computer.
  • Explain testing procedures to patient to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety.
  • Inject contrast medium into patients' blood vessels.
  • Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic and 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 and 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.
  • Prepare and position patients for testing.
  • Prepare reports of diagnostic procedures for interpretation by physician.
  • Supervise and train other cardiology technologists and students.

Detailed Work Activities

  • 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