Electrocardiograph Technician

Duties and responsibilities: Electrocardiogram (ECG) technicians use special equipment and medical techniques to record the electrical impulses transmitted by a patient's heart. Data acquired by electrocardiogram technicians assists physicians and cardiologists in diagnosing medical conditions in patients.

Salary: $30,104

Education: Although certification may not be a requirement, many employers require technicians to obtain certification. EKG technicians can obtain certification through several organizations. Requirements for certification are typically the completion of a training program and experience on-the-job. Organizations offering certification exams for EKG technicians include the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion, American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians and American Certification Agency for Healthcare Professionals.

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