Overview
Cardiovascular technologists and technicians assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac (heart) and peripheral vascular (blood vessel) ailments. Cardiovascular technologists may specialize in three areas of practice: Invasive cardiology, echocardiography, and vascular technology. Cardiovascular technicians who specialize in electrocardiograms (EKGs), stress testing, and Holter monitors are known as cardiographic or EKG technicians. Typically cardiovascular technologists earn an average salary of $36,430 per year.
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Cardiovascular Tech 14 May 2008 [pdf, 164 KB]
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Average Salary:
$36,430
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$0
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Years in school:
2
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4
after high school graduation
Job outlook:
Excellent
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