Associate of Applied Science
(A.A.S)
Invasive Cardiovascular
Technology
What do they do?
The Invasive Cardiovascular
Technologist is a highly
specialized and
knowledgeable health care
professional who is educated
and trained to perform
diagnostic procedures at the
request of the physician to
evaluate, diagnose, and
treat patients with cardiac
disease.The mission of
the Invasive Cardiovascular
Technology program is to
provide educational
opportunities for students
to develop knowledge,
skills, and attitudes
conducive to the challenges
within the field of Invasive
Cardiology. Experiences
prepare students to practice
effectively with clients who
have diverse cardiovascular
health needs.
Where do they work?
Working in the cardiac
catheterization laboratory,
the technologist assists the
physician in utilizing
x-ray and monitoring
equipment in performing
invasive diagnostic
tests to determine the
condition of the patient's
heart. Additionally,
interventional techniques
such as balloon angioplasty
and pacemaker implantation
may be performed to treat
existing cardiac conditions.
What are they paid?
We recommend that prospective students refer to local health care employers for earning potential in their region. For a national overview of potential earnings, we recommend the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook found in the local library or visit their website.
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