Electrocardiograph technician

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Duties and responsibilities

Supervision of cardiologists in hospitals, doctors’ offices, clinics, or bedside. They operate electrocardiogram, equipment to monitor patients’ heart problems They:

·         Connect electrodes to patients

·         Insert and remove catheters

·         Monitor equipment output

·         Record test results

·         Identify emergencies or abnormalities

·         Operate ultrasound equipment

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

Educational requirements:

Electrocardiograph technicians must have a high school diploma or GED before beginning specialized training.

Electrocardiograph 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 on to two years

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