Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Director
About the role
EM Ultrasound Directors at USACS are responsible for providing overall management and education for the use of ultrasound in the ED in collaboration with radiology and hospital administration. As an EM Physician within USACS, you'll be part of a team unique in today's industry. USACS provides Physicians with ownership, unparalleled benefits, and the opportunity to practice within a values-based model emphasizing quality, long-term wealth building, and a culture of shared ownership. USACS Physicians enjoy the security and resources of a large, national group without sacrificing the advantages typically found in local EM groups.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall management and education for the use of ultrasound in the ED
- Collaborate with radiology and hospital administration on ultrasound initiatives
About Seton Southwest
Seton Southwest is a state-of-the-art facility serving the growing needs of Southwest Austin.
- Trauma Designation: Level IV
- Acute care hospital providing high-quality, cost-effective care
- Services include:
- Gastrointestinal services
- Orthopedic services
- General surgical services
- Cardiovascular services with echo and stress-testing capabilities
Emergency Department
- ED Volume: 14,000
- 9 beds
- Admission rate: 4%
- 24 hours of Physician coverage; 8 hours of APP coverage
- Documentation: Cerner
- New teleneuro protocol for stroke alert patients
About Austin
Community Austin is the capital of Texas, but it is better known to many as the “Live Music Capital of the World.” With vibrant entertainment and culture, inspiring cuisine, and stunning outdoor settings, it's no wonder that Austin is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan regions in the nation. Nature trails, lakes, parks, and wilderness preserves offer exceptional recreational opportunities. The Austin area’s high-tech industry blends seamlessly with popular events such as the Austin City Limits Music Festival, SXSW, and the Formula One United States Grand Prix. The University of Texas, one of the largest universities in the nation, offers world-class arts and sporting events year-round.
Compensation
Excellent compensation plus an additional leadership stipend.
Benefits
- Financial Benefits
- W-2 1099
- Employee Ownership: $100,000 equity ownership for all full-time Physicians after 3 years of service
- 401(k): Industry-leading, 10% practice-funded 401(k) up to $36,000
- Continuing Education: $4,000 tax-free CME/BEA annually; $8,000, including your state and DEA license, in year one for new graduates
- Parental Leave: Groundbreaking 100% paid parental leave for all new parents
- Military Leave: Pioneering paid leave for deployments
- Student Loan Refinancing: As low as 2.99%
- Insurance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Rx coverage
- Disability: Short- and long-term disability (own occupation)
- Malpractice Coverage
- Unmatched medical malpractice, including tail and free litigation support
- USACS malpractice claims are less than 1/2 the national average!
- Intangible Benefits
- Location Flexibility and Job Stability: Careers nationwide, from New York to Hawaii
- Internal USACS STAT Traveling Physicians
- Clinical Guidance via National Clinical Governance Board (NCGB) of internally elected USACS Physicians
- Bedside Support: Evidence-based Clinical Management Tools (CMTs) and experienced Physicians available 24/7/365 to assist you
- Onboarding And Ongoing Support: Dedicated Clinician Advocates for a personalized concierge-style service and the USACS Annual Assembly, open for all Clinicians to attend
- Professional Development: Scholars (leadership training), Efficiency Academy, Provider Engagement & Patient Experience Academy, and more
About USACS
US Acute Care Solutions provides acute care to health care systems across the U.S. We’re Physician owned and outcome oriented. We seek the best talent to staff clinical teams delivering hospital management solutions.