What does an EKG technician do? Generally speaking, they test the electrical activity of the heart, which is pretty cool. But there’s more to it than that, of course.

Here’s a look at what this role entails:
Properly placing electrode patches on patients’ bodies
Measuring basic vital signs
Performing rapid response proceduresOperating an electrocardiogram (EKG) machine
Measuring and identifying rhythms
Interpreting and summarizing EKG test results

EKG technicians work in hospitals, clinics, cardiac centers, and private practices. Depending on the facility, the environment can be fast-paced and fairly high-pressure, and your schedule may include nights or weekends. EKG operation requires techs to be in close physical contact with patients, so it’s important that your people skills are up to par, and clear, timely communication is key, since other members of the medical team rely on the results of your work. It’s an active role, and our online EKG technician training program will prepare you nail it.