Heart disease has quickly become one of the leading causes of long-term illness in the United States due to the widespread adoption of low quality dietary and exercise behaviors. As demand for cardiac care continues to skyrocket, healthcare facilities are becoming desperate for qualified personnel who are willing and able to help manage individuals who need care. Those who have a strong interest in providing patient care and who would like to work in a specialized department are encouraged to review the EKG technician job description in order to determine if this might be the appropriate career path. Few employment options provide as much room for advancement as that of the cardiac technician.