Cardiologists

Also Called:

Doctoral Degree

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$102,530

Entry Salary

Average

Job outlook

What Cardiologists do

Diagnose, treat, manage, and prevent diseases or conditions of the cardiovascular system. May further subspecialize in interventional procedures (e.g., balloon angioplasty and stent placement), echocardiography, or electrophysiology.

  • Administer emergency cardiac care for life threatening heart problems, such as cardiac arrest and heart attack.
  • Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, or disease prevention.
  • Answer questions that patients have about their health and well-being.
Industry Areas:

Health Care

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Technology

Medical software
MEDITECH software

The Education & Training You Need

What are some related occupations at different educational levels?


Job Training Match

Administrative Services Managers

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

 Job Training Match

Medical Secretaries & Administrative Assistants

Educational Level

Post-secondary, non-degree

 Job Training Match

Cardiovascular Technologists & Technicians

Educational Level

Associate's Degree

 Job Training Match

Claims Adjusters, Examiners, & Investigators

Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

Cardiologists Currently Selected

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

There are currently no advanced training opportunities for this career.

ACT & College

  • Aaniiih Nakoda College

    Harlem, MT

  • Academy of Careers and Technology

    Beckley, WV

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Occupation Traits

This is what Cardiologists across the country typically make.

$49.29 / hour
$102,530 /year

Entry Level

$115.00 / hour
$239,200 /year

Median Level

$115.00 / hour
$239,200 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Average

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