Registered EKG Technician

Description of Work

EKG Technicians are responsible for performing electrocardiogram tests in order to record and monitor electrical impulses transmitted by the heart. This assists a physician in diagnosing and treating cardiac and blood vessel irregularities. These tests include basic EKG's, Holter Monitoring (portable EKG which records activity for 24-48 hrs.), and Stress Tests (treadmill).

Personal Qualifications

Important personal qualities are adaptability, kindness, physical stamina, a positive attitude, discretion, good judgment, neatness and accuracy.

Where Employed

Physicians’ offices, clinics, and other medical facilities.