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Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians - 29-2031.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary functions, lung capacity, and similar tests.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Cardiac Cath Lab Technologist (Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technologist)
  • Cardiac Catheterization Technician
  • Cardiac Technician
  • Cardio Tech (Cardiovascular Technician)
  • Cardiology Technician
  • Cardiopulmonary Technician
  • Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT)
  • Electrocardiogram Technician (EKG Tech)
  • Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

SOC Occupation Groups

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Tasks

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  • 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.

Detailed Work Activities

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  • Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment.
  • Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures.
  • Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
  • Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
  • Calculate numerical data for medical activities.

Military Crosswalk Titles

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  • Cardiologist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
  • Cardiovascular Specialist (Army - Enlisted)
  • Diagnostic Imaging Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Diagnostic Imaging Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

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DOT Crosswalk Titles

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  • Cardiac Monitor Technician
  • Cardiopulmonary Technologist
  • Holter Scanning Technician
  • Perfusionist