Echo Technologist PRN - Heart Hospital of Austin

Description

Introduction

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

Benefits

Heart Hospital of Austin, 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 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.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover 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)
  

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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 PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are 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 Responsible for performing all assigned diagnostic ultrasound exams in a timely manner. Performs procedures according to physician’s orders or per prescription on outpatients. 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. Assumes, under the direction of the Laboratory, responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement, and equipment maintenance.Responsibilities of the Echo Technologist

• The Echo Technologist is responsible for direct and indirect patient care, diagnostic tests which include Adult Echocardiogram, TEE’s and Pharmacologic/Exercise Cardiac Stress Testing.
• Maintain professional standards and seeks professional growth.
• Provide care to patients ranging from neonatal to geriatrics.
• Conduct must reflect the company’s values and a commitment to the Code of Conduct.
• Reflect SDH Service Excellence standards in every interaction.
• Consistently produce scans of optimal diagnostic quality on patients ranging from Neonatal to Geriatric.
• Operate the Ultrasound units efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the operating parameters of the scanner
• Document, on PACS or in writing, information seen during exam.
• Complete quality scans in a timely manner, effectively organize and prioritize workflow to meet STAT and urgent demands.
• Demonstrate proficiency in scanning trauma, acute & challenging patients; possess skill to modify positioning and scanning factors when standard cannot be performed.
• Relay to Cardiologist any relevant patient information.
• Possess know ledge of disease processes and images these findings adequately; communicates them to the Cardiologist.
• Assist physicians performing invasive exams.
• Perform procedures in OR.
• Coordinate procedures with other departments
• Complete required documentation on forms, logs and in computer.
• Obtain all pertinent patient history, and relay it to the Cardiologist to assist in diagnosis or treatment.
• Review written orders, assesses patient identification and ensures indicators are appropriate prior to procedure.
• Understand the needs of Cardiologist or performing physician during invasive procedures, and have good know ledge of biopsy and aspiration supplies including the charges.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform organizational and related duties in Ultrasound.

Qualifications of the Echo Technologist

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s Degree in Diagnostic Ultrasound
• Certificate of completion from an accredited school of cardiac ultrasound
• 1-3 years of experience in echocardiography

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

• Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Heart Hospital of Austin, which is part of St. David’sHealthCare, is a 58-bed hospital. We are one of the highest performing cardiovascularfacilities in the nation. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease.It features a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department. We have an advanced Executive WellnessProgram. Our six operating rooms (ORs), including three hybrid ORs serve the city of Austin. We havethree catheterization labs and electrophysiology services as well. It is home to one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programsin the world.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institutefor over a decade.

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 thedelivery 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 PRN opening. We review all applications. 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