Launch a rewarding career in healthcare as an EKG Technician, a key member of clinical teams who helps diagnose and monitor heart conditions. EKG Technicians perform vital diagnostic tests that measure the heart’s electrical activity, providing physicians with the information they need to identify conditions such as arrhythmias and heart disease.
In this role, you will prepare patients for procedures, operate and maintain EKG equipment, and accurately record test results. You will also assist physicians during cardiac testing and ensure patient information is properly documented, supporting high‑quality care and accurate diagnosis.
EKG Technicians work in hospitals, clinics, and cardiology offices and play an important role in the early detection and ongoing management of heart conditions. This fast‑growing field offers opportunities to make a meaningful impact while working directly with patients in a professional healthcare setting.
Career Overview
EKG Technicians perform diagnostic heart tests, operate specialized equipment, and support physicians in monitoring and evaluating cardiac health.
Job Duties may include:
- Conducting EKG tests
- Preparing Patients
- Operating and Maintaining Equipment
- Recording results
- Monitor tech duties
- Administrative tasks-scheduling, data entry
Certification
- Certified EKG Technician (CET) Certification
Need to Know Information
What funding options are available?
The EKG Technician program is a FastForward program and is also eligible for the G3 scholarship. Eligible residents who have been living in Virginia for at least one year may qualify for FastForward funding. Since this is also a G3 program, you may be eligible for last-dollar funding, bringing your total tuition to $0. Please review the G3 information page, which outlines income qualifications and if you think you qualify or if you have any questions, please contact our operations team at 540-868-7021 to get registered.
Review additional Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions funding options including grants, scholarships and Sallie Mae Loans for eligible students.