Echo Technician PRN

This position is Saturday, Sunday. One weekend call coverage minimum per month.

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as an Echo Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's Georgetown Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As an Echo Technician, you will be responsible for performing all assigned diagnostic ultrasound exams in a timely manner. Performs procedures according to physician's orders. As a member of the care team, the Echo Technician is responsible for working collaboratively with other members to assure safe and accurate delivery of patient care.

Responsible for direct and indirect patient care, diagnostic tests which include Adult Echocardiogram. Maintains professional standards and seeks professional growth. Provides care to patients ranging from neonatal to geriatrics. Employee’s conduct must reflect the company’s values and a commitment to the Code of Conduct. Employee reflects SDH Service Excellence standards in every interaction. Consistently produces scans of optimal diagnostic quality on patients. Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Follows established scanning and filming protocols. Operates the Ultrasound units efficiently and effectively. Maintains thorough knowledge of the operating parameters of the scanner Documents, on PACS or in writing, information seen during exam. Completes quality scans in a timely manner, effectively organizes and prioritizes workflow to meet STAT and urgent demands. Demonstrates proficiency in scanning trauma, acute & challenging patients; possess skill to modify positioning and scanning factors when standard cannot be performed. Relays to Cardiologist any relevant patient information. Possess knowledge of disease processes and images these findings adequately; communicates them to the Cardiologist. Demonstrates preparedness for patient arret or critically ill patients Demonstrate the ability to perform organizational and related duties in Ultrasound Function independently and problem solve effectively, considering alternatives. Clean exam tables and restock Ultrasound supplies as needed or used. Perform other duties as assigned.

What qualifications you will need:

• One year experience performing adult echocardiograms – preferred
• Proficiency in Stress Echo, TEE – preferred
• Proficiency in Carotid ultrasound, Trans Cranial Doppler studies – preferred
• Associate’s Degree in Ultrasound Technology education
• Basic Life Support (BLS) as per St. David’s Healthcare policy
• Registry in Cardiac Ultrasound (RDCS) from American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)- required upon hire
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) from ARDMS or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) from CCI

Benefits

St. David's Georgetown Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position. 

St. David’s Georgetown Hospital is a comprehensive healthcare facility located north of Austin, Texas. This medical center features more than 100 patient beds and is known for its Level IV trauma center, Certified Primary Stroke Center, and Certified Chest Pain Center. The hospital’s range of services include 24-hour emergency care, inpatient and outpatient surgery, maternity and newborn care, rehabilitation, and more.

St. David’s Georgetown Hospital 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 nonprofits — 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 Technician opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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