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Cardiac Technician

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Cardiac Technicians diagnose heart conditions by performing tests like ECGs and echocardiograms, assisting cardiologists and educating patients.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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A Cardiac Technician is a specialised healthcare professional who plays a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions by operating advanced medical equipment. Their duties include performing tests such as electrocardiograms (ECGs), echocardiograms, and stress tests to monitor and assess patients' cardiac health.

Cardiac Technicians also assist cardiologists during procedures, ensure the accuracy of test results, maintain equipment, and educate patients about their heart health and the procedures they will undergo.