Sonographer Vascular II

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) Sonographer Vascular II today with St. David's South Austin Medical Center. Job Summary and Qualifications What qualifications you will need: PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES + Demonstrates knowledge of proper ECG lead placement and troubleshoots system/electrodes sufficient to obtain a tracing good diagnostic quality. + Demonstrates the ability to recognize basic arrhythmias (PVC vs. PAC) and ectopic origin of each. + Demonstrates basic knowledge of the ECG complex and ischemic vs. injury patterns. + Performs routine Exercise Tolerance Test via a motor driven treadmill. + Performs 2D and M Mode Echocardiography + Performs Cardiac Doppler/Color Flow Doppler + Assists with Transesophageal Echo via system manipulation while probe is passed by physician. + Assists with Dobutamine Stress Echo. + Identifies upper/lower extremity arterial anatomy. + Performs protocol for upper/lower extremity arterial flow exam. + Carries out physician's orders accurately in performance of diagnostic studies. Reviews chart when feasible to verify orders. + Accepts physician's oral and phone orders according to Departmental policy. + Considers age-related factors and limitations in the treatment and instruction of patients. + Maintains knowledge of the care of pediatric patients. Considers age-related factors in the assessment, care and treatment of pediatric patients. + Maintains patient's right to privacy and confidentiality of information at all times. Confidentiality is demonstrated by limiting patient related discussion to only the appropriate health care workers and avoiding discussions in areas where information may be overheard. + Demonstrate understanding of HCAu2019s and u201cPatients Firstu201d safety initiative by strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures. + Other duties as assigned relevant to the service. JOB REQUIREMENTS: LEVEL OF FORMAL EDUCATION REQUIRED: + Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalent + Associate degree in Applied Science or equivalent is preferred. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED? + RDCS by American Registry for Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) or + RCS by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) + BLS required per St. Davidu2019s policy Preferred: CMRT, CVT, Certified Radiologic Technologist, ARRT or working toward registry eligibility. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Employee must be sufficient to function independently in the performance of all diagnostic procedures covered in this job description.One year of experience as a Sonography Tech I is preferred. 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 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 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 Learn more about Employee Benefits ( _Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._ St. David's South Austin Medical Center (, is a 368u2011bed acute care hospital within _St. Davidu2019s HealthCare_ , offering comprehensive specialty and subu2011specialty services. Key programs include a nationally accredited oncology program featuring the regionu2019s only adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program; a Level II trauma center; advanced cardiac, stroke, and orthopedic services; fullu2011service 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 Companiesu00ae 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.

Created: 2026-04-13