Cardiac Sonographer
Company: Sanford Health
Location: Fargo
Posted on: July 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and
fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States.
We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities
to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are
dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad
footprint. Facility: Sanford Broadway Med Cntr Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day
Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00 Salary Range:
$34.00 - $52.00 Pay Info: $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work
commitment! Job Summary Performs echocardiography tests/procedures
in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography
standards. Perform routine cardiac ultrasound procedures primarily
in East Grand Forks clinic. On occasion, perform routine cardiac
ultrasound procedures at various outreach clinics, Fargo clinics,
and Fargo hospitals. Prepares patients for exams by explaining
procedures, transferring patients to the ultrasound table, applying
gel, and positioning patients properly. Operates the ultrasound
equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and
composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as
fluid accumulations. Performs the echocardiogram and oral and/or
written preliminary summary of technical findings to interpreting
physician for use in medical diagnosis. Thoroughly understands the
operation of the ultrasound machine and utilizes new sonographic
technologies when needed. Interacts professionally and effectively
with fellow health care professionals. Assists in the submission
and /or maintenance of Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC)
accreditation when necessary. Supervises or trains students and
cardiac sonographers as needed. Adheres to safety and infection
control policies established by Sanford. Adheres to established
internal standards and procedures abstracted from Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability (HIPPA). Additionally, based on the
facility, some Sanford markets/facility sites may expand job
responsibilities to include ultrasonography. Qualifications When
working or hired in South Dakota: Graduate from an accredited
two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program required. When working or hired
in North Dakota: Graduate from an accredited school of cardiac
sonography program or one year work experience in cardiac
sonography preferred. On the job training may be considered with
appropriate leadership approval and must have an allied health
certificate/diploma in an imaging modality to be considered for on
the job training. When working in Minnesota: Graduate from an
accredited two-year Cardiac Ultrasound Program OR a bachelor’s
degree and one year equivalent work experience required. When
working in all other states: Minimum of one year equivalent work
experience or an allied health certificate/diploma required. When
working or hired in South Dakota: American Registry of Diagnostic
Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing
International (CCI), or registry eligible is required within 12
months into the position. Leadership may require this to be
obtained in less than 12 months depending on needs of the
department. Department needs may shorten this time frame if
applicable. When working in all other states: Credentialed with the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), American
Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or registry
eligible is required within 18 months of hire. Leadership may
extend this time depending on department needs. 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. 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. Basic
Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and
re-certification as necessary is required. Benefits Sanford Health
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 . 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 Health 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-0210346 Job Function: Allied Health Featured: No
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