Electrocardiograph Technician  

Duties and Responsibilities:   Technicians operate equipment that records and measures heart activity. These measurements are used to assist cardiologists and other physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac (heart) and peripheral vascular (blood vessel) problems. An EKG technician first obtains a patient’s medical history and medication use.

Salary:Median $34,385 

Education:Students interested in becoming an EKG technician should take high school courses in biology, algebra, health occupations/medical professions education, physical education, English, computer skills, emergency medical technology, and typing.