Introduction

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Vascular Technologist opening with Heart Hospital of Austin today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

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 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.

We are seeking a(an) Vascular Technologist for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

Job Summary of the Vascular 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 Ultrasound Sonographer 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 Vascular Technologist

• Identify upper/lower extremity venous anatomy.
• Identify collateral venous pathways in presence of disease
• Perform upper/lower extremity Venous Duplex protocol for DVT
• Identify extra cranial and intracranial anatomy.
• Perform Carotid Duplex exam protocol.
• Identify upper/lower extremity arterial anatomy.
• Perform protocol for upper/lower extremity arterial flow exam.
• Operate the complex measurement and Doppler programs.
• Consistently produce scans of optimal diagnostic quality on patients ranging from Neonatal to Geriatric.
• 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.
• Assist physicians performing invasive exams.
• Perform procedures in OR.
• Complete required documentation on forms, logs and in computer.
• Follow Patient Care and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Take call on a rotating basis. Arrives at HHA within 45 minutes of receipt of call.
• Adhere to HCA/St. David's HealthCare's Patient's First Initiatives up to and including Initial and Annual Code of Conduct, Mandatory Education, and Values Commitment/ICARE Standards.

Qualifications of the Vascular Technologist

EDUCATION:

• Certificate of successful completion from an accredited school of vascular ultrasound
• Associate Degree in Diagnostic Ultrasound

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of previous experience in Vascular Ultrasound preferred

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) 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's HealthCare, is a 58-bed hospital. We are one of the highest performing cardiovascular facilities 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 Wellness Program. Our six operating rooms (ORs), including three hybrid ORs serve the city of Austin. We have three catheterization labs and electrophysiology services as well. It is home to one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programs in the world.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for 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 the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Across HCA Healthcare's more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow." - Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Vascular Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing 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.