Vascular Technician - Harker Heights at Austin Heart

Description

Introduction

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

Benefits

Austin Heart, 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.

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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) Vascular Technician 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 and Qualifications

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Performs non-invasive hemodynamic evaluations and writes test results.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Perform vascular ultrasonic procedures as directed by physicians.
Scheduling patients for procedures
Explaining procedures to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
Positioning patients and selecting the appropriate transducer
Conducting scanning procedures using ultrasound equipment by moving scanner over specified body area and adjusting equipment to focus
Performs exams properly and in a timely manner
Takes patient history and retrieves previous files
Coordinates patient flow and checks daily list to ensure all exams are complete
Maintaining equipment
Ordering and stocking all supplies
Maintain department records, reports and files
Perform other duties as required
Must read and understand and adhere to all Physician Services policies and procedures
Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values statements

EDUCATION:

No education requirements

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum one year experience as an ultrasound technologist/sonographer

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

Must be hold one or more of the following credentials: Registered Vascular Tech, Registered Cardiac Sonographer OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in accordance with state regulation and clinical specialty*

• Must have certification through ARDMS OR ARRT.

• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  
  Knowledge of vascular sonography
  Must have sufficient knowledge of anatomy and physiology pertaining to vascular examinations
  Skill in problem solving
  Skill in organization
  Skill in taking vital signs
  Skill in using basic office equipment, including computer, telephone, photocopier, and fax machine
  Ability to operate ultrasound equipment in vascular lab
  Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work effectively under stress.
  Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others.
  Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

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

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Vascular Technician 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.

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