ONET Occupations » 29-2031.00

Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians

Conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients for diagnostic purposes. May conduct or assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations, pulmonary functions, lung capacity, and similar tests. Includes vascular technologists.

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Parachute skills

  1. Heal, cure - People (4.69)
  2. Pay attention to details - Data (4.56)
  3. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.53)
  4. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.53)
  5. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (4.32)
  6. Use my intuition - Data (4.25)
  7. Follow through, get things done - People (4.22)
  8. Supervise, manage - People (4.19)
  9. Listen - People (4.12)
  10. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  11. Study, observe - Data (3.91)
  12. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  13. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.77)
  14. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.76)
  15. Use my brain - Data (3.74)
  16. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.74)
  17. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  18. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)
  19. Speak - People (3.62)
  20. Coordinate - People (3.57)
  21. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.51)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (3.75)
  2. Monitoring (3.75)
  3. Reading Comprehension (3.62)
  4. Speaking (3.62)
  5. Critical Thinking (3.62)
  6. Operation Monitoring (3.62)
  7. Science (3.50)
  8. Social Perceptiveness (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (4.25)
  2. Oral Comprehension (4.12)
  3. Oral Expression (4.00)
  4. Near Vision (3.88)
  5. Information Ordering (3.62)
  6. Speech Clarity (3.62)
  7. Written Comprehension (3.50)
  8. Speech Recognition (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.70)
  2. Dependability (4.68)
  3. Stress Tolerance (4.58)
  4. Attention to Detail (4.56)
  5. Concern for Others (4.53)
  6. Cooperation (4.46)
  7. Self Control (4.42)
  8. Independence (4.34)
  9. Persistence (4.22)
  10. Initiative (4.20)
  11. Social Orientation (4.14)
  12. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.12)
  13. Achievement/Effort (4.09)
  14. Leadership (3.77)
  15. Analytical Thinking (3.74)
  16. Innovation (3.51)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.69)
  2. Getting Information (4.43)
  3. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.42)
  4. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.37)
  5. Documenting/Recording Information (4.32)
  6. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.26)
  7. Interacting With Computers (4.23)
  8. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.19)
  9. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.13)
  10. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.05)
  11. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.95)
  12. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.91)
  13. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.89)
  14. Analyzing Data or Information (3.76)
  15. Training and Teaching Others (3.74)
  16. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.67)
  17. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.65)
  18. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.63)
  19. Performing General Physical Activities (3.62)
  20. Processing Information (3.62)
  21. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.59)
  22. Developing and Building Teams (3.58)
  23. Scheduling Work and Activities (3.57)
  1. Administer Injections (4.69)
  2. Administer Medications Or Treatments (4.69)
  3. Prepare Patients For Tests, Therapy, Or Treatments (4.69)
  4. Take Vital Signs (4.69)
  5. Collect Clinical Data (4.43)
  6. Record Medical History Or Data (4.32)
  7. Inventory Medical Supplies Or Instruments (4.32)
  8. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (4.26)
  9. Make Decisions (4.19)
  10. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.05)
  11. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (4.05)
  12. Follow Clinical Radiation Safety Procedures (4.05)
  13. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (4.05)
  14. Use Clinical Sterilizing Technique (4.05)
  15. Use Emergency Medical Procedures (4.05)
  16. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.05)
  17. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (4.05)
  18. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (4.05)
  19. Follow Dental Or Medical Office Procedures (4.05)
  20. Follow Patient Care Procedures (4.05)
  21. Follow Patient Observation Procedures (4.05)
  22. Observe Patient Condition (3.91)
  23. Analyze Medical Data (3.76)
  24. Explain Testing Procedures To Patient (3.63)
  25. Use Medical Diagnostic Equipment (3.59)