Cathlab Technology - SMVEC - School of Medical Sciences

Cardiac Lab Technology

Cardiac Lab Technology is an undergraduate Bio Medical Course. This three year program trains students to become Cardiac Lab technicians. Typically, a catheterization laboratory or Cardiac lab technician is a professional who works in the field of cardiovascular technology. Cardiac Lab technicians are vital team members in hospitals. As a result they assist doctors during invasive cardiovascular procedures such as angioplasty, cardiac catheterization, and electrophysiology. Cardiovascular technologists spend most of their working time in operating rooms. Although many of the procedures they assist with have become routine, these technologists work in high stress situations due to various facts such as when complications arise, the patient can be quickly placed in a life-threatening position.

This program offers a wide range of opportunities to work both national and international. Because, the need for the skills and knowledge in this field is growing day by day in the global market. Also, the specialised works done by a Cardiac Lab Technician is very unique. As a result it cannot be performed by any other persons. This is the reason that the demand for people with the knowledge in Cardiac Lab Technology is in rise. The Number of healthcare centres and Specialised Hospitals are growing every year. Along with this the need for people with skills and knowledge in Cardiac Lab Technology is also growing.

The Cardiac Lab Technology program also trains students to assist doctors during open heart surgery and with the insertion of pacemakers or stents.

This course is suitable for all students. Students interested to work in medical or medical related field can choose this program. Also students planning to do higher studies or research in related field can also choose this program as a stepping stone for their future.