Electrocardiograph Technician

Duties and Responsibilities:  

          Electrocardiogram technicians generally are employed in hospitals, laboratories or cardiologists' offices. They typically work 40 hours a week, although occasional weekend work might be required as well. ECG technicians employed with laboratories tend to put in longer hours. Additionally, they might be required to be on call and come in at odd hours. ECG technicians should expect to perform heavy lifting on a regular basis as they move patients and equipment. They also should be prepared to work with patients who are suffering or have serious heart conditions.

Salary:

          $25,998- $44,062

Education:

          While aspiring EKG technicians may receive on-the-job training, many complete certificate programs at a community college or vocational school. Topics covered may include echocardiography, medical terminology, the role of the EKG technician, electrocardiography, anatomy of the heart, medical disease processes, phlebotomy and legal issues for the EKG technician. Clinical topics covered include 12-lead placement, ventricular rhythms, sinus rhythm, basic EKG interpretation, Holter monitor use and identifying heart rhythms.

Reflection:

          No I don’t think I would like to be a electrocardiograph technician because the job seems too complicated. Also because they have really weird schedules because they get called in at random times.