Cardiac Technologist

A Cardiac Technologist plays a crucial role in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. They operate medical imaging equipment, perform stress tests, and analyse electrocardiograms (ECGs) to monitor heart health.

Cardiac Technologists work closely with cardiologists, preparing patients for procedures, managing data, and ensuring quality patient care. They need strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle stressful situations within hospital and clinical settings​.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $74,880
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a cardiac technologist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Human Physiology)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomedical Scientist Biochemist Medical Researcher
Neurophysiologist Anaesthetist Cardiac Technologist Osteopath
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomedical Scientist Biochemist Medical Researcher Neurophysiologist Anaesthetist Cardiac Technologist Osteopath + 4 more

Bachelor of Medical Imaging
On Campus
4 years
$0 - $124,314
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Radiographer Medical Imaging Technologist MRI Technologist
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Mammographer Medical Imaging Assistant Cardiac Technologist Radiologist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Radiographer Medical Imaging Technologist MRI Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technologist Mammographer Medical Imaging Assistant Cardiac Technologist Radiologist + 5 more

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Health)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $24,903
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomedical Scientist Biomedical Technician Clinical Trial Coordinator
Cardiac Technologist Osteopath
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomedical Scientist Biomedical Technician Clinical Trial Coordinator Cardiac Technologist Osteopath + 2 more

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical Science)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $25,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Manager Medical Scientist Research Manager
Clinical Scientist Anaesthetist Cardiac Technologist Osteopath General Practitioner Paediatrician
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Manager Medical Scientist Research Manager Clinical Scientist Anaesthetist Cardiac Technologist Osteopath General Practitioner Paediatrician + 6 more

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
Blended, On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $36,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cytologist Hospital Scientist Microbiologist
Medical Laboratory Scientist Histotechnologist Laboratory Manager Medical Laboratory Technician Cardiac Technologist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cytologist Hospital Scientist Microbiologist Medical Laboratory Scientist Histotechnologist Laboratory Manager Medical Laboratory Technician Cardiac Technologist + 5 more
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