Cardiovascular Technician
Code: 29-2031.00
Also known as: Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technologist, Cardiac Catheterization Technician, Cardiac Technician, Cardiology Technician, Cardiopulmonary Technician, Cardiovascular Technician, Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT), Electrocardiogram Technician (EKG Tech), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
Description: Cardiovascular Technicians assist doctors in the care, diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiac and vascular conditions. Typically, they cross train through multiple disciplines, including hemo-dynamic monitoring studies, echocardiography and invasive cardiology. They use imaging systems to provide doctors with more information to better diagnose and treat patients.
Typical wages
| 10% | $30,140 |
| 25% | $39,250 |
| Median | $59,100 |
| 75% | $78,170 |
| 90% | $96,790 |
| 10% | $14.49 |
| 25% | $18.87 |
| Median | $28.41 |
| 75% | $37.58 |
| 90% | $46.54 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
57,400 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
60,500 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 3,200 |