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Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

Also known as: ARRT Technologist (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Technologist), Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technologist, Cardiac Catheterization Special Procedures Technologist, Cardiac Catheterization Technician, Cardiac Catheterization Technologist, Cardiac Technician, Cardiograph Operator, Cardiographer, Cardiology Technician, Cardiology Technologist

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.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma10%
Some College13%
Post-Secondary Certificate8%
Associate's Degree63%
Bachelor's Degree3%
Level 104%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None7%
Up to 1 month5%
3-6 months11%
6 months - 1 year20%
1-2 years38%
2-4 years18%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month23%
1-3 months28%
3-6 months9%
6 months - 1 year14%
1-2 years21%
2-4 years5%

How AI Impacts Each Task

26 tasks analyzed

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.

Compare measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to standard norms to identify abnormalities.

Explain testing procedures to patients to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety.

Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.

Observe ultrasound display screen and listen to signals to record vascular information, such as blood pressure, limb volume changes, oxygen saturation, or cerebral circulation.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Concern for OthersAttention to DetailCooperationDependabilityStress ToleranceSelf ControlIntegrityInitiativeAdaptability/FlexibilityIndependenceAchievement/EffortSocial Orientation

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$67,260

per year

Mean Wage

$72,890

per year

Employment

61K

workers

Wage Range

$37,890 - $108,900

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$37,890Median: $67,260$108,900
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