Holter scanning technician vs certified medical technician

Differences between holter scanning technician and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Holter scanning technician example responsibilities.

• Assist with placement and manage intra-aortic balloon pumps.
• Identify and troubleshoot routine technical problems with the central monitoring system and initiate biomedical repairs as necessary.
• Assess cardiac physiology determine valve area calculations base on blood flow velocity through jugular veins, carotid arteries.

Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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