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Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Echo Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

St. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Echo Technologist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary of the Echo Technologist

According to unit and hospital policies and procedures, the Echo Sonographer is responsible for the performance of non-invasive cardiovascular procedures of adult echocardiography. This position works closely with other healthcare team members to facilitate exceptional patient care and efficient completion of diagnostic studies while also promoting optimal unit operations. The Echo Sonographer adheres to the customer service standards while maintaining a clean, efficient, and safe work environment. The Echo Sonographer adheres to the customer service standards while maintaining a clean, efficient, and safe work environment.

Responsibilities of the Echo Technologist

• Demonstrate an effective working knowledge of all equipment used in Cardiology and related to their job functions.

• Demonstrate competency in arrhythmia interpretation.

• Perform complete 2-dimensional, color flow, and Spectral Doppler exams according to protocol.

• Notify physicians of any positive findings that need attention prior to patient’s release.

• Perform necessary equipment checks and QC procedure and reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor. Maintain adequate supply of materials for vascular lab.

• Assist in scheduling of patients, work in additional patients, and make scheduling aware of cancellations or optimize examination availability.

• Review and revise lab protocol to maintain a high level of efficiency. Recommend changes to supervisor.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications of the Echo Technologist

EDUCATION:

• Associate Degree in an Ultrasound Technology education program

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of experience as a Sonographer or equivalent work experience

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

St. David's Medical Center (https://stdavids.com/location/st-davids-medical-center) is a full-service hospital located in central Austin, Texas. This 300+ bed facility features a 24-hour emergency department, the regions largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) , and the internationally-renowned Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute (https://tcainstitute.com/) and St. David's Neuroscience & Spine Institute (https://stdavids.com/location/st-davids-neuroscience-spine-institute) . The full scope of services (https://stdavids.com/locations/st-davids-medical-center/medical-services.dot) provided at St. David's Medical Center includes cancer care, heart and vascular care, imaging services, joint replacement and orthopedics, women's services, complex surgical services, and a Bariatric Surgery Center (https://stdavidsweightloss.com/) . The facility is home to a 60+ bed rehabilitation hospital providing both inpatient and outpatient comprehensive care.

St. David's Medical Center is part of St. David's HealthCare, which is one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. David's HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local non-profits St. David's Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Echo Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.