246XC2901X Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist/Technologist

Definition: A cardiovascular invasive specialist/technologist monitors patients’ heart rates and helps physicians in diagnosing and treating heart problems. They assist with cardiac catheterization and prepare and monitor patients during open-heart surgery and insertion of pacemakers, defibrillators, and stents.
Grouping: Technologists, Technicians & Other Technical Service Providers
Classification: Specialist/Technologist Cardiovascular
Specialization: Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Section: Individual
Notes: Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupation Outlook Handbook, www.bls.gov.

Related Taxonomies

Parent Classification

Cardiovascular Specialist/Technologist

A medical professional who uses special equipment to help diagnose and monitor heart and blood vessel conditions. They perform tests like EKGs, ultrasounds of the heart (echocardiograms), and studies of blood flow. Patients may see a cardiovascular technologist for symptoms like chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or poor circulation, and can expect noninvasive tests that help doctors detect heart disease, blocked arteries, or other heart problems.

Other Specializations

A medical professional who uses ultrasound equipment to take pictures and perform tests of the heart and blood vessels. They help doctors diagnose conditions like heart disease, blocked arteries, and heart valve problems. Patients can expect this specialist to perform painless imaging tests, explain the process, and ensure clear results for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Vascular Specialist

A medical professional who uses ultrasound and other imaging tools to examine blood vessels and check how well blood is flowing. They help diagnose problems like blocked arteries, blood clots, and poor circulation. Patients can expect this provider to perform noninvasive tests, such as vascular ultrasounds, to help doctors find the cause of symptoms like leg pain or swelling.

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