Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary-functions, lung capacity, and similar tests.
Significant Points
- About 3 out of 4 jobs were in hospitals.
- The vast majority of cardiovascular technologists and technicians complete a 2-year junior or community college program.
- Employment will grow much faster than the average, but the number of job openings created will be low because the occupation is small.
- Employment of most specialties will grow, but fewer EKG technicians will be needed.
National Outlook
| 2004 Total Employment | 44,000 |
| 2014 Expected Employment | 59,000 |
| Change (Percent) | 14,000 ( 32.6) |
| Total Openings | 22,000 |