Electrocardiographic Technician

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Duties and Responsibilities:

Electrocardiographic (ECG or EKG) technitians usually work under the supervision of cardiologists in hospitals, doctors’ offices, clinics, or beside. They operate electrocardiographic equipment to monitor patients’  heart problems. theequipment to monitor patients’  heart problems. They:

Ú Connect electrodes to paitents.

Ú Insert and remove catheters.

Ú Monitor equipment output.

Ú Record test results.

Ú Identify emergincies or abnormalities.

Ú  Operate ultrasound equipment.

Average Salary: $15,000- $32,000

Educational Requirements:

Electrocardiographic technicians must have a high school diploma or GED before beginning specialized training. Electrocardigraphic training can be obtained through vocational schools, community colleges, and in some cases through on-the-job supervised experience. Basic training takes three to six months. Advanced training takes one or two years

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