Ultrasound Tech

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Ultrasound Tech today with St. David's South Austin Medical Center.

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Provides direct patient care, applying sound physics to assist with diagnosis. Perform sonographic imaging and related procedures in all applications of ultrasound. Demonstrates anatomy for interpretation and /or intervention by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Applies appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Applies knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span to identify patient and family requirements relative to age-specific needs. 

Participates in providing patient-specific care standards as directed and follows service excellence standards to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction. 

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Technical Responsibilities 

• Consistently produce scans of optimal diagnostic quality on patients ranging from neonatal to geriatric, adhering to established scanning and operational protocols 

• Operate the Ultrasound equipment safely, efficiently, and effectively 

• Complete diagnostic quality scans in a timely manner; Continuously triage incoming orders and modify workflow to prioritize STAT and urgent demands 

• Demonstrate proficiency in scanning trauma, acute & technically challenging patients; Possess skills to modify positioning and scanning parameters as needed to ensure diagnostic accuracy 

• Possess in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, pathology, and image optimization to provide diagnostic information necessary for diagnosis; communicate preliminary findings and relevant patient information to the Radiologist 

• Cross-collaboration with other departments to coordinate procedures 

• Assist physicians with performing invasive exams according to departmental guidelines; Knowledge of biopsy and procedural supplies, including associated charges 

• Assist with procedures in the OR 

• Review written orders, assess patient identification, and ensure indications are appropriate prior to procedures

• Ensure that procedure rooms are clean, stocked, and communicate when supplies need to be ordered 

• Accurately perform and document high-level disinfection on transvaginal transducers according to policy 

• Cover on-call shifts on a rotating basis; Arrive at facility within 30 minutes of receipt of call

• Accept direction and constructive feedback in a positive and professional manner 

• Maintain working knowledge and adherence to all SAMC Hospital codes, policies, values, standards, and mandatory education 

• Conduct must reflect the Company’s values and a commitment to the Code of Conduct ethics and compliance program. 

• Other duties, as assigned 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

Required: A single two-year allied health education program that is patient-care related OR Graduate of a program accredited by an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), United States Department of Education (USDOE) or Canadian Medical Association (CMA), that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology.   

Preferred: Associate’s Degree or higher in a related technological field. One year of previous experience as a diagnostic medical sonographer. 

 LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: 

Required:  

• Credentials with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) 

• BLS certification  

Preferred:  

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) 

• Post-primary certification in Sonography 

Benefits

St. David's South Austin 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 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

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, is a 368‑bed acute care hospital within St. David’s HealthCare, offering comprehensive specialty and sub‑specialty services. Key programs include a nationally accredited oncology program featuring the region’s only adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program; a Level II trauma center; advanced cardiac, stroke, and orthopedic services; full‑service maternity and newborn care; and four community emergency centers in Bee Cave and Bastrop.

The facility is affiliated with the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery, providing advanced robotic capabilities for orthopedics, open heart and lung procedures, complex GI surgery, surgical oncology, general and colorectal surgery, and urology. It was also among the first hospitals in Central Texas to integrate CT imaging with robotics for early lung cancer detection.

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.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- 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 Ultrasound Tech 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. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.