Lead Vascular Sonographer

Sanford Health

Fargo, ND

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$35–$57

SKILLS

Aircraft Piloting, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Analysis Skills, Anatomy, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Click Through Rate (CTR), Clinical Assessment, Clinical Trial, Communication Skills, Disease, Disease Prevention and Control, Disease Treatment, Driver's License, Healthcare, Laboratory Analysis, Maintain Compliance, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Ethics, Medical Imaging, Medical Treatment, Medications, Operations Processes, Physiology, Radiation Therapy, Regulatory Compliance, The Joint Commission (TJC), Ultrasound, Vehicle Driving

LOCATION

Fargo, ND

POSTED

Today

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Sanford Broadway Med Ctr
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Varied Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $35.00 - $57.00
Pay Info: $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment

Job Summary

Performs complex diagnostic vascular ultrasound procedures for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Provides quality care and assists others in performing the examinations; oversees day-to-day operations; and communicates weekly with the clinical leaders to maintain compliance with standard operation procedures. Performs all required ultrasound and clinical evaluations at a technical level. Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field of vascular disease and new producers, as they evolve.

Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical pathological, and diagnostic images. Responsible for the safety, mental, and physical comfort of the patient while in the sonographer's care.

Assists with the maintenance of laboratory accreditation and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (TJC). Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all customers (i.e. patients, co-workers, physicians, peers, etc.). Possesses a thorough knowledge and understanding of cardiac and/or vascular anatomy, physiology, and hemodynamic principles. Knows two-dimensional color flow and Doppler wave form analysis.

Understands age-related protocols for the various testing. Possesses excellent communication skills to work with patients and families, physicians, and other healthcare workers.

May have access to medications for purposes of distribution to licensed personnel. Employee may perform ultrasound procedures for our mobile outreach program as well as perform vascular screenings at various locations. This may include driving Sanford vehicles, flying by aircraft, and occasionally an overnight stay at a hotel.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology or two years equivalent experience is required.

Registration with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) with Registered Vascular Technologist

(RVT) certification or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) with Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) certification

is required.

When applicable, maintenance of a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required. Employees are held

to the Sanford category driver's license policy and medical guidelines when applicable for job duties.

If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.

If working in the Bismarck, Bemidji, or Fargo regions, must be registered with the ARRT in Vascular Sonography RT(VS). Must also obtain certification from an approved organization.

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0267687
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No

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Sanford Health

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