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EKG Technician Training: The Journey Begins Here

Program Overview: Our EKG Technician Training is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of EKG recording techniques and the fundamental principles of cardiac electrophysiology. This course will also help learners familiarize themselves with medical terminology, medical law, and adequately prepare them for the national certification exam for EKG technicians.

Responsibilities of an EKG Technician: As an EKG technician, your role includes performing routine EKGs under the guidance of a Cardiologist, Internist, or Surgeon. Your daily tasks will involve preparing patients for testing, operating the EKG machine, and recording the standard 12-lead EKG.

Job Market and Opportunities: Successful completion of this course opens doors to several job opportunities in various healthcare settings including, but not limited to, Physician Offices, Laboratories, Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Senior Assisted Living Care, and Long Term Care Homes.

Training Course Content:

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Structure and Function of All Medical Systems
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Law & Ethics
  • EKG Training
  • Understanding Supplies and Equipment Needed for EKG Recording
  • Identification of EKG Machine and its Components

Organization

Access Institute

Access Institute is an educational center located in New York, NY. They offer a variety of programs such as career guidance, college readiness, adult literacy, ESL, digital skills and more. The institute is lead by its highly regarded director, Reema Gunasingh, who has been committed to creating a safe space for all of their students to succeed.

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Location

8002 KEW GARDENS RD, Kew Gardens, NY 11415

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