Marg Career Library - Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

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Perform diagnostic, therapeutic, or research studies on patients' pulmonary or cardiovascular systems. Electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary functions, lung capacity, and other tests may be performed or assisted with.

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Job Responsibilities:

Adjust the devices and controls in accordance with the physician's orders or a protocol.
During testing, monitor patients' comfort and safety, informing doctors to any irregularities or changes in their answers.
Obtain and keep a record of the patient's identity, medical history, and test findings.
Patients should be informed about the testing methods in order to get cooperation and avoid anxiety.
Connect electrodes to leads from the electrocardiogram (EKG) machine and run the EKG machine to acquire a readout by placing electrodes on the patients' chests, arms, and legs.

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