An electrocardiograph technician, also known as an EKG technician, is an allied healthcare professional who uses specialized equipment to measure the heart’s electrical activity. An EKG Technician assist physicians and other medical professionals with diagnostic testing and this information be used to diagnose and treat a patient’s cardiac health. The EKG Technician will provide instructions and skills to help the patient includes attaching electrodes to the patient’s chest, arms, and legs. EKG techs are responsible for explaining this process to patients, positioning patients appropriately for testing, and connecting the necessary electrodes. The EKG Technician help with diagnostic results and report the information to the ordering physician. They can then confirm that a patient’s heart analysis or make documentation in patients’ chart, to allow the physician to make a diagnosis.

Students who successfully complete the EKG Technician course will be awarded a Diploma of Completion (EKG Technician). Upon completion of the EKG training with Elightenment Alabama Learning students will be eligible for the National Certified EKG Technician exam.