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Military Cardiopulmonary and EEG Technicians
Median Salary
94,872
Workforce Count
3,507
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Cardiopulmonary and electroencephalogram (EEG) technicians assist physicians by performing a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that involve the heart, lungs, blood, and brain. They operate sophisticated equipment in performing this job and interact with patients on a regular basis.
What is the work environment like?
Cardiopulmonary and EEG technicians usually work in hospitals and clinics. In combat situations, they may work in mobile field hospitals.
How many people have this role in the Military?
3,507
Compensation
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Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$143,084
2 Years
$84,518
6 Years
$143,084
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Enlisted service members execute vital tasks, support operations alongside officers and develop role-specific skills to achieve mission success.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Cardiopulmonary and EEG technicians receive classroom and on-the-job medical training, through which they develop skills in providing basic patient care. Training content may include:
- Diagnostic methods and procedures
- Operation and maintenance of diagnostic equipment
- Preparation of patients for testing
- Methods of resuscitation
- Minor surgical procedures
- Emergency medical treatment
- Clinical laboratory procedures
Education
What level of education do professionals in this role have?
Which college majors best prepare you for this role?
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
- Histologic Technician
- Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Blood Bank Technology Specialist
- Hematology Technology/Technician
- Cytogenetics/Genetics/Clinical Genetics Technology/Technologist
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What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Customer and Personal Service
- Mathematics
- English Language
What personality traits help people thrive in this role?
Realistic
You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.
Investigative
You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.
Conventional
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
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