Hard Skills
AdvancedExercise Stress TestingThe process of administering and monitoring cardiovascular response to physical exertion using standardized protocols like the Bruce protocol.
AdvancedECG Rhythm InterpretationThe ability to identify and analyze cardiac rhythms and life-threatening arrhythmias on electrocardiogram tracings in real-time.
IntermediateAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Clinical interventions for the urgent treatment of cardiac arrest, stroke, and other life-threatening medical emergencies.
IntermediatePharmacological Stress Testing AssistanceManaging the protocol and patient monitoring during stress tests where heart rate is elevated via medications rather than exercise.
IntermediateHemodynamic MonitoringThe continuous measurement and analysis of blood pressure and heart rate responses throughout the duration of a cardiac procedure.
FoundationalEquipment Maintenance and CalibrationPerforming routine checks and troubleshooting on treadmills, metabolic carts, and EKG machines to ensure operational safety.