Sanford Health·Grand Forks, North Dakota
Perform professional diagnostic ultrasound examinations to identify and record anatomical and pathological images. Coordinate with healthcare teams and assist during invasive procedures while maintaining high standards of medical ethics.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
$33.00 - $49.50 $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment
Responsible for performing ultrasounds in a professional and diagnostic manner. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.
Thoroughly understand the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilize new technologies.
Performs a variety of ultrasound examinations.
Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with patients and all organizational staff.
Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase the level of understanding and knowledge of the sonography field.
Displays empathy, compassion, and integrity.
Possesses an understanding of cross-sectional anatomy.
Conducts self professionally at all times, even during moments of high stress.
Assists when necessary with the maintenance of accreditation requirements and processes.
Understands age-related protocols for various testing.
Coordinate work with physicians or other healthcare team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures when applicable.
Supervises and train students and medical sonographers as needed.
Reports and calls in-service requests on equipment when needed.
Additionally, based on the facility, some Sanford markets/facility sites may expand job responsibilities to include echocardiography.
Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma or a minimum of one year equivalent work experience is preferred.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry eligible. Registry preferred within two years after hiring. If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required. For employees who provide outreach mobile services, maintenance of a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required. This may include passenger on flights and occasional overnight stays at assigned sites. Employees are held to the Sanford category driver's license policy and medical guidelines when applicable for job duties.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Requires graduation from an accredited Diagnostic Imaging or Allied Health program and registration as an RDMS, RVT, or ARRT. BLS certification is required within six weeks of employment, and NDMIRT licensure is necessary for those working in North Dakota.
Market context
Allied health imaging roles in North Dakota are often shaped by steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and rural coverage settings, especially for candidates who can work across modalities or patient populations. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for accredited program graduates with RDMS, RVT, or ARRT registration, plus BLS within six weeks and NDMIRT licensure when working in the state. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your credentials and licensure status before applying.