EKG Technician
Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary functions, lung capacity, and similar tests.
At a Glance
EKG Technician earns an average of $72,363/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.2–1.7 years. Top skills: Electroencephalography, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Medical Terminology.
$72,363/yr
High school or GED
1.2–1.7 years
13
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
Median Wage
$67,260/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+3.0%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (19)
Electroencephalography
Medical Terminology
Anatomy
Physiology
Electrocardiography
Medical Telemetry
Patient Discharges
Patient Observation
Peer Review
Patient Preparation
Evoked Potential
Patient Transport
Intensive Care Unit
Respiration
Direct Patient Care
Pharmaceuticals
Neurological Disorders
Brain Mapping
Common Skills (6)
Communication
Customer Service
Interpersonal Communications
Teamwork
Certifications (5)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Security Clearance
Certification in Neurophysiologic Intraoperative Monitoring (CNIM)
Registered Electroencephalographic Technologist
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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